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White Hall Student Selected for National Medical Leaders Congress

Tuesday, March 24 by Luke Matheson

A White Hall High School student has been selected to attend a prestigious national program for future medical professionals. Elizabeth Turner, a 10th grader at White Hall High School, has been chosen as a delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders, scheduled for June... Read More.

Idaho mayor dies after suffering medical emergency at town hall: ‘A shock and a tragedy’

Thursday, March 19 by ABC News

(NAMPA, Idaho) -- An Idaho mayor months into his first term died after experiencing a medical emergency during a town hall, in what officials called "a shock and a tragedy."Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam, 47, was attending a Treasure Valley Partnership town hall on Wednesday... Read More.

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Jefferson Regional Names Dr. Steven Wright as Chief Medical Officer

Thursday, March 12 by Haleigh Reichen

Jefferson Regional is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Steven Wright as Chief Medical Officer, marking a significant milestone in his nearly three-decade tenure with the organization. Dr. Wright has been a dedicated member of the Jefferson Regional medical staff for 29 years, consistently... Read More.

Greenland rejects Trump’s unsolicited medical mission

Monday, February 23 by ABC News

(GREENLAND) -- Greenland's prime minister has rejected President Donald Trump's offer to send a U.S. military hospital ship to Greenland, dismissing the proposal as uninvited and rooted in a fundamental misunderstanding of how Nordic societies function."It's a no thank you from here," Greenlandic... Read More.

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Inmate at Dub Brassell Detention Center Dies Following Apparent Medical Issue

Thursday, February 19 by Luke Matheson

An inmate at the Dub Brassell Detention Center was pronounced dead Wednesday following what authorities say appears to be a medical issue. According to information released on Feb. 19, 31-year-old Cawaske Jenkins, who had been booked into the detention center on Feb. 16, was declared... Read More.

Emergency Medical Calls top firefighters December Activity list

Tuesday, February 3 by Ray King

Emergency Medical responses in January topped the Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services monthly report that was given to the City Council on Monday. According to the report, firefighters responded to 354 emergency medical calls last month, 17 more than the previous month. In addition, there... Read More.

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Bradley County Medical Center Named Top Arkansas Hospital for Social Responsibility in National Index

Monday, February 2 by Luke Matheson

Bradley County Medical Center has been recognized for outstanding performance in the 2025–26 Lown Institute Hospitals Index, earning the top ranking in Arkansas for social responsibility and receiving “A” grades across multiple performance categories. According to the Index, Bradley County Medical Center ranked No. 1... Read More.

NASA may end ISS mission early due to medical situation

Thursday, January 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A mission to the International Space Station may end early due to a medical situation involving one of the astronauts aboard the station.NASA announced that it was postponing Thursday's spacewalk because "the agency is monitoring a medical concern with a crew... Read More.

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Dr Asif Masood Named Chief of Staff at Jefferson Regional Medical Center

Monday, January 5 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson Regional Medical Center has named Dr. Asif Masood as its new chief of staff. Hospital officials announced that Dr. Masood, an oncologist and hematologist at the Jefferson Regional Jones-Dunklin Cancer Center, officially began his two-year term on Jan. 1, 2026. Dr. Masood has served patients... Read More.

Groundbreaking robotic surgery, Alzheimer’s blood test: 7 of the biggest medical breakthroughs in 2025

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- From robotic surgery performed 7,000 miles away to the first blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's disease, 2025 has been a year full of medical breakthroughs.Scientists discovered a brain implant to give some patients back their independence, prevented others from needing... Read More.

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UAMS announces 40 new scholarships for incoming medical students

Friday, December 19 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) announced today a new initiative for attracting some of the best Arkansas students to UAMS. The program will provide full tuition and fees for 40 exceptional students entering UAMS, including the College of... Read More.

Medical marijuana sales expected to set new record

Thursday, September 11 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — Arkansans have been on a roll with their medical marijuana purchases, spending a whopping $193 million from January 1 to August 31, 2025. This marks an increase of over $10 million compared to the same period last year, when sales reached $182.5 million. According... Read More.

Stories tagged with: medical

White Hall Student Selected for National Medical Leaders Congress

Idaho mayor dies after suffering medical emergency at town hall: ‘A shock and a tragedy’

Jefferson Regional Names Dr. Steven Wright as Chief Medical Officer

Greenland rejects Trump’s unsolicited medical mission

Inmate at Dub Brassell Detention Center Dies Following Apparent Medical Issue

NASA may end ISS mission early due to medical situation

Dr Asif Masood Named Chief of Staff at Jefferson Regional Medical Center

Groundbreaking robotic surgery, Alzheimer’s blood test: 7 of the biggest medical breakthroughs in 2025

UAMS announces 40 new scholarships for incoming medical students

Medical marijuana sales expected to set new record

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