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Bird flu found in samples of store-bought milk. Is it safe to drink

WebThe U.S. poultry industry has strict health and safety standards, including regular monitoring for bird flu. Data shows the pasteurization process for eggs, which …

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COVID-19, RSV, pneumonia spreading in Ohio, Department of …

WebAlthough Ohio is no longer in a “pandemic state” of COVID-19 transmission, Vanderhoff warned that the virus continues to sicken and hospitalize some vulnerable …

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Disparities are killing Ohio. Medicare for all needed in Columbus, …

WebAlarmingly, Ohio is second in the nation for total overdose fatalities, with the Opioid Overdose Death Rate per 100,000 being 29.6 compared to the US 11.9, …

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Ohio's new Medicaid system rolls out in July. Here's what to know

WebAmeriHealth Caritas and Humana will be completely new to Ohio's Medicaid system. The state is obligated to spread around members among more companies. …

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Elm zigzag sawfly is emerging in Ohio. What to know about …

WebWhat is an elm zigzag sawfly? The insect is an invasive species native to Asia, said Tom Macy, forest health program manager with the ODNR Division of Forestry.

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Ohio Senate changes to hospital price bill shock sponsor, advocates

WebBill to force Ohio hospitals to detail cost of services gets major changes in Senate A bill to make hospitals publish the actual prices of their services passed the …

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Nationwide Children's launches foundation for kids mental health

WebNationwide Children’s Hospital is vastly expanding its children’s mental health initiatives under the Kids Mental Health Foundation. The Columbus-based hospital …

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FDA approval weighs benefits, harms of the Alzheimer's drug …

WebThe FDA must decide by July 6 whether to approve Leqembi, the first amyloid-busting drug up for full approval. Advocates and scientists are watching.

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FDA expert panel recommends approval for Alzheimer's drug

WebThe panel's deliberations were in sharp contrast to the debate surrounding Biogen's Aduhelm, the first anti-amyloid drug that gained accelerated approval in 2021.

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DEP: Toxic algae is in the St. Lucie River, C-44 Canal

WebThe health department advises people to take these precautions during discharges: Do not drink, swim, wade, use personal watercraft, water ski or boat in …

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Why are mortality gaps higher in rural areas of Ohio

WebThe mortality rate for those of prime working-age population (ages 25–54) living in rural America was 43% higher than in urban areas in 2019, up from a 6% gap in …

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Cool factor of new Pickerington hospital also helps patient outcomes

Web0:26. When the $178-million OhioHealth Pickerington Methodist Hospital opens Wednesday, it will be the health system's 15th healthcare facility in Greater …

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Ohio plans to expand PACE sites providing all-inclusive elder care

WebOhio plans to expand innovative model of community-based elderly care to three new locations. For many years, only one PACE site has existed in Ohio. Now, …

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Medicaid renewal deadline extended until end of July in Michigan

WebThe state health department gave an extension Thursday to early 218,000 Michiganders with a June 30 deadline reenroll in Medicaid or lose coverage.

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Statewide study to find out causes of mental illness, substance abuse

Web0:03. 0:50. The state of Ohio is providing $20 million to begin a statewide study of the root causes of mental illness and addiction, with the effort led by Ohio State …

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Doctors weigh in on possible loneliness epidemic in Ohio

WebWhen it comes to health, lonely Ohioans may suffer as much as someone who smokes 15 cigarettes a day and perhaps even more than those who struggle with …

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Kitten season is putting a strain on shelters: Here's how you can help

WebKitten season is here and it's putting a strain on shelters: How you can help This is the time of year when shelters are overrun with cuddly, purring kittens, some of which …

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Suicide rates are rising among Black Americans. See Q&A with …

Web1:24. Black males too often don't feel comfortable talking about suicidal thoughts, and that's historically been one of the contributing factors to suicide rates that …

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Ohio State sports titles will feel cheaper because of NIL pay-for-play

WebThe issue is this: My clear view of what I enjoy most about college sports – the tradition, alumni/fan fervor, relative innocence of athletes, at least compared to the pros, …

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New Mexico spa's 'vampire facials' linked to HIV cases of 3 …

WebThree women likely contracted HIV from 'vampire facials' at closed New Mexico Spa: CDC The VIP Beauty Salon and Spa was shut down in 2018, but health officials …

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William Husel files new lawsuit against Mount Carmel parent …

WebWilliam Husel, the former Mount Carmel Health doctor who was acquitted of 14 murder charges in connection with fatal overdoses of patients under his care, has filed a …

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ChristianaCare drops Humana Medicare Advantage. Here are …

WebHumana Medicare Advantage was dropped by Delaware's largest health care system. Plan members have to weigh options and choose a new plan by March 31.

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Dispatch Student of the Week: Canal Winchester's Nathan Hagan

WebCanal Winchester High School's Nathan Hagan was the winner in this week's Dispatch Student of the Week poll. Hagan secured 44.2% of the votes cast to top Ava …

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