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Pennsylvania warns against eating fish from Wissahickon basin
Pennsylvania’s basin-specific advisory covers all fish species in the Wissahickon Creek basin. Fishing remains open, but a Philadelphia trout stocking was canceled.
Lake Washington advisory urges people to avoid contact
Rhode Island officials advise avoiding Lake Washington in Glocester after initial samples exceeded an advisory threshold.
Missouri freshman DJ Jones receives heart transplant
Eighteen-year-old Missouri freshman Johnnie “DJ” Jones received a heart transplant Oct. 7 and was recovering, coach Eli Drinkwitz said.
Kansas starts invitation process for new I/DD services waiver
An Oct. 1 state announcement said KDADS and KDHE would begin reviewing invited applicants for Kansas’ Community Support Waiver, starting with people who have waited longest for comprehensive I/DD services.
North Las Vegas advances two hospital groups to finalist stage
Two hospital groups will prepare proposals for a potential 135-acre campus. The city expects to select one within 90 days of its Oct. 5 announcement.
20.8 million Medicare enrollees set to get a one-time $90 payment
CMS says 20.8 million people enrolled in Original Medicare Part B are scheduled to receive a one-time $90 payment in October.
Utah lists one active AI health pilot, two still waiting
Utah’s new healthcare AI agreements cover acne treatment, pelvic-floor therapy and prescription refills, but only Nolla Health’s pilot was active as of Oct. 7.
How to Choose a Manual Toothbrush
For most adults, choose a soft-bristled manual toothbrush with a head that reaches all tooth surfaces and a handle you can control comfortably. Learn how to assess fit, interpret the ADA Seal, avoid unsupported marketing claims, and know when to ask a dental…
Floss and Interdental Brushes: Questions About Fit
Understand the general differences between floss and interdental brushes, the limits of the evidence, and questions to ask a dentist or hygienist about fit and handling.
How to Verify a Physician’s License and Read the Status
Learn how to find the correct U.S. state medical board, match a physician’s license record, understand status fields and contact the board when information is unclear.
How to Request Your Dental Records
Ask your dental practice which process to use, then specify the records, date range, format and destination. Learn what federal HIPAA rules generally provide and what to confirm about fees, timing and caregiver authority.
How to Read a Toothpaste Label
Start with Drug Facts, if the package has it. Check the active ingredient, stated purpose, uses, warnings, and directions, then consider other ingredients and package claims separately.