Health & Wellness
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · Bloomfield
Enhanced Ebola Screening Implemented at Key U.S. Airports
Five U.S. airports began using enhanced screening procedures for Ebola. Travelers from countries affected by the disease face new tracking measures upon arrival.
CDC to Provide Update on First U.S. Ebola Case
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will hold a press briefing to share new information regarding the first case of Ebola diagnosed in the United States. The briefing will provide the latest details on the investigation.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
CDC Report: E-Cigarette Advertising Reaches Millions of Youth
A new CDC report indicates that approximately 70% of middle and high school students are exposed to e-cigarette advertising. This equates to more than 18 million young people seeing these advertisements in various media.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
CDC Analysis Shows Legionnaires' Disease Cases Linked to Healthcare Facilities
A new CDC analysis shows a high percentage of Legionnaires' disease cases are linked to healthcare facilities. The findings raise concerns because these infections can be severe.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Wellcome Trust Launches Global Mental Health Science Prize
The Wellcome Trust introduced a new global prize to recognize advancements in mental health science. The award, in partnership with Nature, aims to accelerate the translation of research, influence policy, and improve lives.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Wellcome Launches Global Mental Health Science Prize
Wellcome has introduced a global prize to recognize breakthroughs in mental health science. The prize, in partnership with Nature, will award researchers developing new interventions. Organizers intend for the award to influence policy and improve lives.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Study Examines At-Home Furosemide Treatment for Heart Failure Edema
A new study evaluated the use of at-home subcutaneous furosemide for treating edema related to heart failure. Researchers examined the safety and efficacy of patient self-treatment outside of a hospital setting.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
U.S. Overdose Deaths Decline for Second Consecutive Year
Drug overdose deaths in the United States decreased in 2025, continuing a downward trend from the previous year. Approximately 70,000 Americans died from overdoses, according to initial government figures.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
CDC Issues National Guidelines for Maternal and Infant Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released national recommendations aimed at improving the health of women before pregnancy. The guidelines outline actionable steps for better maternal and infant outcomes. The CDC collaborated with over 35 public and private organizations to develop the recommendations.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Iowa City: UI Launches Comprehensive Mental Health Push for Students
The University of Iowa has rolled out an ambitious, multi-layered mental health strategy designed to meet surging student demand for counseling and crisis support. From a new interactive training module to physical and virtual 'hope boxes,' the university is setting a statewide model for how higher education institutions can address the mental health crisis affecting college students.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
UI Faces 25% Surge in Student Mental Health Visits, Expands Counseling
University of Iowa health services reported a 25% spike in student visits for anxiety and depression since the fall semester began, prompting an expansion of counseling resources. As youth mental health concerns rise nationwide, particularly among adolescent girls, UI researchers urge a balanced view that recognizes student resilience amid mounting pressures. Iowa City students now have bolstered support to navigate campus stressors.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026