Health & Wellness
07/24/2026 · Silverton
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.
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
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
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
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
Mexico Seeks Criminal Charges Following Deaths Tied to ICE Actions
Mexico announced its intention to pursue criminal charges related to deaths involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The move follows criticism from the Mexican government regarding the treatment of its citizens.
07/24/2026