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06/09/2026 · Rupert

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.

05/19/2026

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ISU Rolls Out Mobile Health Unit for Eastern Idaho's Rural Gaps

Idaho State University has launched a mobile health unit targeting primary care and vaccinations in underserved rural pockets of eastern Idaho. The initiative promises to bridge critical healthcare deserts where residents face long drives for basic services. Reported first by East Idaho News, it's a game-changer for communities beyond Pocatello.

05/04/2026

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Idaho Falls Hospital Taps $930M Fund to Boost Rural Health Access

Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls is leveraging a massive $930 million federal grant to roll out telehealth kiosks and EMS training, targeting rural communities from the Snake River Plain to the Salmon River country. This initiative promises to slash long drives for care and cut emergency visits by 20%. Rural Idahoans stand to gain unprecedented access without leaving their hometowns.

05/02/2026

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CDC Issues Updated Opioid Prescribing Guidelines for Chronic Pain Management

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released updated guidelines for prescribing opioid medications for chronic pain. The recommendations exclude cancer, palliative, and end-of-life care. The guidelines are intended to address the ongoing issue of overdose deaths in the United States.

04/30/2026

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Obituary: Javier Cortinas

Javier Cortinas, 69, of the Mini-Cassia area, passed away on July 14, 2026.

Obituary: Karla Jean Rogers

Karla Jean Rogers, 51, of the Mini-Cassia area, passed away on July 13, 2026.

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