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(OPINION) Health insurance premiums are set to rise
County 17 publishes letters, cartoons and opinions as a public service. The content does not necessarily reflect the opinions of County 17 or its employees. Letters to the editor can be submitted by emailingeditor@oilcity.news. The cost of health care in America is rising faster than most families can afford — and as a health care…
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How Much Fiber Do You Really Need for Optimal Gut Health?
Fiber is very important for gut health because it feeds beneficial gut bacteria and promotes healthy bowel movements. However, most Americans meet only about 50% of their daily fiber needs. “This is largely due to diets high in processed foods and low in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes,” Lauren Manaker. MS, RDN, LD, Charleston-based…
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News Flash
Posted on: June 27, 2025 | Last Modified on: June 27, 2025 Former Bucks County Bookkeeper Sentenced for Embezzling Over $800,000 from Law Firm A former bookkeeper for a Lower Southampton Township law firm was sentenced Thursday, June 26, 2025, to serve time in county for systematically stealing more than $800,000 from her employer over…
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Staffordshire hospital trust to launch endometriosis study
Richard Price BBC News, West Midlands UHNM Bosses say they aim to improve treatment for patients with endometriosis as a result of the study A Staffordshire hospital trust has been awarded £250,000 to research a new method for treating endometriosis. University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) bosses said they aim to improve treatment…
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(PHOTOS) Natrona Collective Health Trust’s headquarters takes shape in historic Casper building
CASPER, Wyo. — A century-old central Casper building is getting a complete refresh from the inside out in preparation for the next chapter of its life as the Natrona Collective Health Trust’s headquarters. The brick structure at 421 S. Center was constructed in the early 1920s by the Mountain States Power Company’s Casper headquarters. The…
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Initiation of Semaglutide Does Not Decrease Health Care Spending
Although the initiation of semaglutide is associated with improvements in cardiovascular risks, it is also associated with higher health care expenditures, according to investigators of a study published in JAMA Network Open. They stated that the “findings suggest potential clinical benefits in routine practice, while highlighting the need to evaluate the long-term impact of semaglutide…
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Is walking or running better for your health?
Walking and running are popular cardiovascular activities that both offer potential benefits. While running burns more calories, walking also supports cardiovascular (heart-related) health and is a lower-impact option. Which one is “better” depends on your personal abilities and goals. Walking offers many benefits. Here are some highlights: Low-impact: Walking can stimulate your heart without affecting…
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Women’s Health 2.0: Beyond Fertility
There are 4 billion women in the world and yet many investors have treated women’s health as a niche. As a subset of healthcare. As “risky” or “mysterious.” Here’s what’s actually risky: ignoring half the population’s healthcare needs, and the enormous financial returns to be gained from investing in women’s health right now. The numbers…
