Health & Wellness
07/06/2026 · Marksville
Primary Care Doctors Voice Concerns About Telehealth Companies' Role in Obesity Drug Prescribing
Primary care doctors have expressed concerns about telehealth companies' expanding role in prescribing obesity medications, citing potential conflicts between providing medical care and controlling drug costs. Insurance companies increasingly require patients to use specific telehealth platforms before approving prescriptions for GLP-1 drugs.
Journalist traces dismantling of Black-owned medical institutions across the South
Investigative journalist Nicole Carr examines how Black physicians built hospitals, clinics and medical schools across the South a century ago, only to watch them dismantled through segregation and policy. Her book traces that history through her own family's experience.
07/07/2026
McConnell Hospitalized in Kentucky
Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., entered a hospital on Sunday, his office announced. His spokesperson provided no information about his medical condition or expected length of stay.
07/02/2026
Telehealth Companies Become Insurance Gatekeepers for Obesity Medications
Major insurers now require patients seeking obesity medications to work with telehealth companies before coverage kicks in. The arrangement gives online providers a direct role in determining which patients receive the drugs.
07/01/2026
Agencies Complete First Drone Delivery of Human Kidney Beyond Visual Range
Researchers from three organizations successfully transported a human kidney by drone beyond visual line of sight in a study completed in Hampton, Virginia. The demonstration marks the first time an organ has traveled this way.
06/30/2026
Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell Hospitalized
Mitch McConnell, the former Republican Senate Majority Leader, entered a hospital on Sunday, according to his spokesman. McConnell has used a wheelchair in the Capitol in recent months.
06/17/2026
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Mark your calendars! The Iberville Parish Fair will be held from May 15th to May 19th, 2024, at the Parish Fairgrounds. This year's fair promises a fantastic lineup of activities, including thrilling rides, a showcase of local agricultural talent, diverse musical performances, and a wide array of delicious food options. It's a time-honored tradition that brings the community together for fun and celebration.
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View allAttorney General Murrill announces multi-state settlement of bankruptcy claims against 23andMe over genetic data breach
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