Health & Wellness

07/23/2026 · Ironwood

Courts Address Second Amendment Limits on Sensitive Places, Felons, and Mental Illness

Federal appeals courts across the United States are grappling with the scope of Second Amendment rights concerning firearm possession in 'sensitive places' and by individuals with felony convictions or mental health commitments. These cases aim to define the amendment's full reach following Supreme Court rulings.

07/24/2026

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Cyclosporiasis Cases Reach Nearly 3,000 Nationally

A foodborne parasitic infection, cyclosporiasis, has sickened nearly 3,000 people across the United States. State health officials confirm 86 individuals required hospitalization due to the illness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continues to monitor the situation.

07/24/2026

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Nationwide Illness Outbreak Prompts Focus on Leafy Greens

A foodborne illness has spread across 31 states, resulting in 86 hospitalizations. Health officials in Michigan identified lettuce or salad greens as a potential source for the gastrointestinal illness.

07/24/2026

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Cyclosporiasis Cases Reported Across 31 States

Thirty-one states have reported cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite. The number of cases this summer exceeds typical levels, prompting public health officials to monitor the situation.

07/24/2026

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Medicare Expands Access for Weight Loss Drugs to Some Beneficiaries

Medicare has created a pathway for certain beneficiaries to access weight loss medications. This development follows a notable increase in the number of adults reporting GLP-1 drug usage for weight loss.

07/24/2026

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Cyclosporiasis Cases Rise Across 31 U.S. States

Federal health authorities report a rise in cyclosporiasis cases across 31 U.S. states. This intestinal illness causes symptoms like diarrhea and nausea. Investigators have not yet identified a common source for these infections.

07/23/2026