A new review in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology challenges the idea that yo‑yo dieting permanently ruins metabolism. The finding is timely amid widespread GLP‑1 use.

Mecklenburg County issued a rabies alert after a Huntersville coyote exposed a person and a pet on June 6; both are receiving treatment and officials urge caution.

Researchers detected Orientia bacteria in chiggers across North Carolina, though no human cases have been confirmed. Simple precautions can cut your risk.

Placer County confirmed a West Nile–positive mourning dove in west Roseville and the mosquito control district has stepped up trapping and surveillance. Officials urged residents to report dead birds and take bite‑prevention steps.

Impostors used OHSU oncologist Brian Druker’s name on X and Facebook to market ivermectin as a cancer cure. OHSU alerted platforms and experts warn patients to verify claims.

Orange County’s prehospital whole‑blood program lets trained paramedics transfuse patients at crash scenes; county video shows a survivor credited with being stabilized by the care.

A Penn Medicine analysis found overweight women on GLP‑1 drugs had roughly 30% fewer breast‑cancer diagnoses; researchers are planning a large randomized trial.

Orange County officials say measles has been detected and urged residents to check MMR records and call their doctor if exposed.

Triangle families face rising senior‑care bills and long waitlists; this concise guide breaks down costs, contract types and where to check inspection records.

A major international trial found a genomic test can identify many patients with hormone‑sensitive breast cancer who may not need chemotherapy, reducing exposure to toxic side effects.

Hawaii-based trainer Gilad Janklowicz, the creator and face of Bodies in Motion, died suddenly at 71. He filmed hundreds of beachside episodes and remained active teaching on Oahu.

University Hospitals elevated Jerry Kelsheimer to board chair, succeeding former Sherwin‑Williams CEO John G. Morikis. The finance veteran takes the gavel as UH pursues regional growth.

MetroHealth announced on June 10 it will not seek reverification for its Level II pediatric trauma designation and plans to stabilize and transfer serious pediatric cases to UH Rainbow.