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Could GLP-1 Drugs Slow Aging? A New Trial Is Putting the Theory to the Test

Researchers are beginning clinical trials aimed at determining whether drugs such as tirzepatide and semaglutide can influence some of the biological processes associated with getting older.

International Business Times

Bunkerhill Health raises $55 million to put AI agents to work inside hospitals

Backed by Sequoia's Alfred Lin and Khosla Ventures, this startup is betting that healthcare's real AI opportunity isn't diagnosis—it's process.

Fortune

UTMB fires Texas nurse after viral video suggesting she refused to treat patients watching Fox News, sparking outrage over political bias in healthcare

A University of Texas Medical Branch nurse faced termination after a viral video showed her reacting negatively to Fox News in a patient's room. The incident ignited a fierce online debate on healthcare professionalism, political bias, and patient trust. UTMB investigated the matter, leading to the nurse's contract being terminated.

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Muslim nurse in Texas says she won't treat anyone watching Fox News; university ensures she doesn't have to, fires her after probe

A Muslim nurse working at the University of Texas Medical Branch made a video showing how she backs out of a patient's room if she finds Fox News running in the room. Fox News is a Conservative news channel and the video was intended to be a sharp criticism of…

The Times of India

A Flea-Borne Disease You Have Never Heard of Is Killing People in Texas ICUs and Doctors Just Warned the Public

A June 2026 CDC EID study found 149 murine typhus cases in Galveston TX from 2019–2023, with 28% requiring ICU care and 2 deaths from multiorgan failure.

Medical Daily

State of emergency declared at popular British holiday destination ahead of Easter holidays

Tenerife has declared an emergency as Storm Therese bears down on the island, threatening to unleash torrential rain and 60mph winds just as the Easter holiday period approaches. The Island Emergency Plan was activated from 3pm, with authorities anticipating over 11 inches of rain in some areas. This has led…

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UTMB champion Joyline Chepngeno suspended for two years, loses titles and sponsorship after positive doping test

The Kenyan athlete tested positive for the banned substance in the same month she won a historic UTMB victory

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UTMB was the launchpad for HOKA’s Rocket X Trail 'super shoes' – I laced them up to find out more

The Rocket X Trail is the latest innovation from the disruptor brand

Finding refuge in a mountain hut: fall hiking, fondue and festive nights in the French Alps

We head to France’s highest natural reserve to discover the joys of Alpine hut hiking

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Courtney Dauwalter falters at UTMB, still pulls off top 10 finish: "I continued because a race this special is worth doing the full loop"

Dauwalter persevered to the finish line, despite knowing the podium was no longer within reach

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Jim Walmsley surges past Cristian Minoggio with minutes to go for nail-biting first win of UTMB World Series Finals: "I was definitely running scared all the way to the line”

The 61k race was tighter than expected

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HOKA’s trail supershoes take centre stage in Jim Walmsley’s thrilling UTMB OCC comeback

HOKA’s high‑performance Tecton X series once again shines on the trails

Ultra runner Ruth Croft signs with Amazfit ahead of UTMB bid: “I’ve spent years understanding what athletes truly need from their sports watches"

The move follows an announcement that Rod Farvard has also joined the brand

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Jim Walmsley drops off UTMB starting list, reappears on the OCC lineup – here's everything you need to know about next week's finals

With lingering knee issues, it may be no surprise that the trail running champ has opted for a shorter distance

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Courtney Dauwalter heading home to Minnesota to compete in Twin Cities Marathon – you read that right, a road race

The ultra running legend is competing as part of the Best of the Midwest Invitational

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AI-backed patient financing firm portrays payment plans as healthcare solution amid consumer group’s warnings

PayZen’s model relies on purchasing hospital bills at discount as Republican cuts set to leave millions without insurance

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From California's central coast to China's ancient mountains, 2 rugged new UTMB races for 2025 promise a "deep connection between sport, nature, and local heritage"

The races have been added to the 2025 UTMB calendar in response to "growing local demand"

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"There’s a reason Hard is in the name": so much went down at the Hardrock 100 Endurance Run we've only just caught our breath – here's everything you missed

This year's Hardrock saw new course records, the tragic death of a runner, and a French invasion of the men's podium

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Another victory for Miao Yao as storms fail to dampen spirits at the Hoka Val d'Aran by UTMB

With stormy weather forcing route changes to all races, Val d'Aran produces drama on the trails during this European Major of the UTMB World Series

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"She looks like she ran a 5k" - Courtney Dauwalter back on form with Lavaredo Ultra Trail by UTMB win

The queen of ultra running shows her Cocodona DNF hasn't taken the wind out of her sails

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"We’re taking action to protect the environment that we cherish": UTMB Mont Blanc runners will be rewarded for choosing low carbon travel options in bid to reduce race emissions by 20%

A new audit reveals that 88% of the UTMB Mont Blanc's total emissions are generated by transport, and race organizers want to reduce that number

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"Hugely appealing to many runners": UTMB eyes Eurosport coverage, and possible extra UK event in its popular ultra trail running World Series

UTMB is considering adding a third UK race to capitalize on trail running's unstoppable boom

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13 rising trail running stars join the ranks of Courtney Dauwalter and Mathieu Blanchard on Salomon's world-class team

The Salomon running team already features some of the best trail runners on the planet, and says it intends to reinvent the sport through a "science-based" approach

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"Just such an amazing journey and adventure" – victory dance for Tom Evans as ultra runner pulls off another UTMB win

The British ultra runner is finally back on form

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Put the spring in your step: as the weather gets warmer, check out these 12 memorable trail running challenges in the UK and Europe

Top trail challenges to tick off your running bucket list in early 2025

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