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Employee says reported fire was false alarm; dozens of crews pulled from nursing home - local21news.com

Employee says reported fire was false alarm; dozens of crews pulled from nursing home - local21news.com

More than a dozen units were called to the scene of a fire at a York County nursing home, according to emergency dispatchers.

Doctors took a look at man's painful shoulder—they found the joint was missing - Ars Technica

Doctors took a look at man's painful shoulder—they found the joint was missing - Ars Technica

The term "Milwaukee Shoulder Syndrome" was coined in 1981, based on cases in four women.

The HIV shot that could change medicine is facing its biggest test: Getting to patients - Business Insider

The HIV shot that could change medicine is facing its biggest test: Getting to patients - Business Insider

Trials show lenacapavir can all but eliminate the risk of HIV infection. Yet in the countries where it was tested, most people can't afford it.

Can a GLP-1 treat alcohol disorder? Veterans Affairs starts a study to find out. - The Washington Post

Can a GLP-1 treat alcohol disorder? Veterans Affairs starts a study to find out. - The Washington Post

The trial follows earlier signs that GLP-1s can reduce symptoms of alcohol and drug addiction similarly to how they reduce “food noise” for people struggling with obesity.

First case of rare, potentially fatal tickborne virus confirmed in New York state - FOX Weather

First case of rare, potentially fatal tickborne virus confirmed in New York state - FOX Weather

The first known case of Bourbon virus, a rare illness with no known treatment that's caused by a bite from a Lone Star tick, was confirmed in New York earlier this year.

The Best Dinner for Lowering Cholesterol, According to Dietitians - EatingWell

The Best Dinner for Lowering Cholesterol, According to Dietitians - EatingWell

Learn why dietitians recommend this 30-minute salmon taco recipe for lowering cholesterol levels. Packed with fiber, omega-3s and complex carbohydrates, this meal is easy to make and good for your heart.

DR Congo Ebola epidemic becomes world’s second largest outbreak - aljazeera.com

DR Congo Ebola epidemic becomes world’s second largest outbreak - aljazeera.com

Officials declare the outbreak the fastest spreading ever, warning the world to ‘pay much more attention’.

New York City Legionnaires’ disease outbreak linked to 7 deaths is declared over - CNN

New York City Legionnaires’ disease outbreak linked to 7 deaths is declared over - CNN

An outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in New York City that led to seven deaths and 84 people hospitalized has ended, the New York City Department of Health announced in a statement on Friday.

Ozempic is giving people 'temporal hollowing.' Doctors are sounding an alarm. - USA Today

Ozempic is giving people 'temporal hollowing.' Doctors are sounding an alarm. - USA Today

In the era of GLP-1 medications, plastic surgeons say they're seeing an increase in patients for a niche treatment.