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Health Care Authority Keeps Its Provider Network Intact

June 28, 2026

The Health Care Authority has confirmed that it will not cut any of its current health care providers. This decision comes after a review that found no need to reduce the number of doctors and specialists in its network. The move is aimed at keeping care accessible for residents who rely on th

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Cats and Humans: A Fungus That Might Reach the U. S.

June 28, 2026

A new fungal threat is circling the globe, and experts say it could soon appear in America. The culprit, Sporothrix brasiliensis, first showed up in Brazil in the 1990s and has since spread to several South American countries. Thousands of cats and over eleven thousand people have already fallen ill

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Menopause Can Be a New Power Move

June 28, 2026

A TV host and health coach noticed that her mind felt cloudy, she was tired, and sleep slipped away. She wondered if it was just the normal changes of her 40s. Many women feel this way before they learn that hormones are shifting and that help is available. The problem for most people was not only

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How cat owners can spot subtle signs of trouble in their pets

June 28, 2026

Researchers recently tested a new tool designed to measure how happy cats are in their daily lives. Instead of waiting for obvious problems like sickness or injury, this tool looks at smaller details that still matter to cats. It checks things like how active they are, how they interact with people,

technology

How robots could help bridge health gaps if designed fairly

June 28, 2026

Social robots meant to assist people with daily tasks or therapy might sound like sci-fi, but they're already popping up in hospitals and care homes. The big question is whether these machines will actually help everyone equally or just the people who can afford them. Right now, most of these robots

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Testosterone therapy: What older men should know about heart health risks

June 28, 2026

For years, doctors have argued about whether older men with low testosterone should use replacement therapy. Many past studies were small or gave mixed results. But in 2023, a major study called TRAVERSE changed the conversation. This research was the first big, well-designed trial to test if testos

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Eating struggles after weight-loss surgery: what really changes?

June 28, 2026

Many people see weight-loss surgery as a fast way to shed extra pounds. But for some, food can still feel like a magnet they can’t resist. A new look at women after this kind of surgery shows something surprising. Those who still feel addicted to food tend to eat lots of packaged snacks, sit around

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Why some people avoid healthcare and how better solutions help

June 28, 2026

Many people skip doctor visits even when help is offered. This happens more often in groups facing tough living conditions or dealing with both physical and mental health issues. When patients miss appointments regularly, their health can get worse over time. Most programs trying to fix this problem

environment

What’s hiding in your food and water? The problem with forever chemicals

June 28, 2026

Everyday items like non-stick pans, raincoats, and even pizza boxes contain something scientists call PFAS. These are chemicals designed to resist heat and repel water, making our lives more convenient. The catch? They don’t break down easily. Like tiny invaders that never leave, they stick around i

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First West Nile Case of the Year Reported in California

June 28, 2026

The first human case of West Nile virus in California for 2026 has been identified in Long Beach. Health authorities confirmed the infection in a person who developed severe symptoms requiring hospitalization. The patient, now recovering at home, represents the first documented case in the state thi