Stay in the Loop: FitFux News & Wellness Updates

July 15, 2026 - 12:18

As temperatures climb, the strain on your heart climbs too. Hot weather forces your heart to work harder to cool your body down, and dehydration can thicken your blood, adding extra stress. This...

July 14, 2026 - 21:53

Black Maternal Mental Health Week, observed from July 19 to July 25, is bringing renewed focus to the mental health struggles that disproportionately affect Black mothers during and after pregnancy...

July 14, 2026 - 01:57

Michigan saw a sharp decline in Affordable Care Act marketplace enrollment this February, losing roughly 130,000 people from its plans. The drop is part of a broader national trend, as rising...

July 13, 2026 - 15:06

ECU Health has received the state budget allocation necessary to move forward with converting the long-shuttered Martin General Hospital into a Rural Emergency Hospital. The funding, approved as...

July 12, 2026 - 18:01

As temperatures soar to record highs in many parts of the world, doctors are raising an alarm about a less visible danger: the impact of extreme heat on mental well-being. While heatstroke and...

July 12, 2026 - 02:59

As families gear up for the upcoming school year, back-to-school preparation in Hillsborough County is extending well beyond the traditional rush for backpacks and school supplies. Project Link has...

July 11, 2026 - 10:48

This summer, the conversation around health and fitness is shifting. It is no longer just about how many miles you can run or how much weight you can lift. It is about feeling your personal best,...

July 10, 2026 - 19:20

Your resting heart rate is more than just a number on a fitness tracker or a quick count at the doctor`s office. According to cardiologists, this simple measurement can offer a surprisingly deep...

July 10, 2026 - 04:41

When baby Liam entered the world at 11:44 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, weighing 7 pounds 1 ounce and measuring 20 inches, he became the first baby born at Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland...

July 9, 2026 - 04:33

The city of Boston has filed lawsuits against the parent companies of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat, alleging that their platforms have fueled a youth mental health emergency. The legal...

July 8, 2026 - 01:22

Four beaches in Anne Arundel County are now under health advisories after recent water tests showed elevated bacteria levels. The county`s Department of Health issued the warnings last week, urging...

July 7, 2026 - 01:18

The Dallas Cowboys` chances for a successful 2026 campaign will likely come down to one simple factor: staying out of the training room. While every NFL team deals with bumps and bruises, the...

July 6, 2026 - 01:16

Medicaid stands as the single largest provider of health coverage for children across the United States, covering millions of young lives from infancy through adolescence. Any significant cuts to...

July 5, 2026 - 16:40

Nearly half of all children in the United States depend on Medicaid and the Children`s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for their medical care. These two programs form the backbone of pediatric...

July 4, 2026 - 00:46

France recorded a sharp 29% increase in deaths during the hottest week of last month`s unprecedented heat wave, according to the country`s public health agency. The spike in mortality came as...

July 3, 2026 - 00:13

Democrats in both the House and Senate are pressing the Trump administration to reverse the abrupt cancellation of tens of millions of dollars in teen pregnancy prevention grants. The funding,...

July 2, 2026 - 16:01

OpenAI has introduced a new technique called pre-deployment simulation, designed to refine how generative AI handles sensitive tasks like offering mental health advice. The method allows developers...

July 1, 2026 - 20:17

Medicare has begun covering obesity medications for the first time, and major retailers like Walmart and CVS Health are stepping in to help older adults make sense of the changes. The new coverage...

July 1, 2026 - 01:23

Public health authorities have issued a warning after detecting West Nile virus in mosquitoes collected in Alhambra, while also confirming the first human infection of the season in Long Beach. The...

June 30, 2026 - 16:17

A controversial new policy on student loan limits is drawing sharp criticism for prioritizing chiropractic education over what many consider more critical health care professions. The caps,...

June 29, 2026 - 22:59

A coalition of 26 states has filed a lawsuit against the federal government in an effort to block new rules that would impose work requirements on Medicaid recipients. The legal challenge, led by...

June 29, 2026 - 08:36

Clive Meanwell, the chairman of Population Health Partners, admits he was a skeptic when it came to artificial intelligence. For a long time, he did not see how the technology could meaningfully...

June 28, 2026 - 18:32

The Princess of Wales has completed the grueling Three Peaks Challenge, an endurance event she undertook to promote `holistic healthcare` for those affected by cancer. Catherine, who has been open...

June 28, 2026 - 04:33

A new facility at the University of Rio Grande is now open, bringing expanded learning opportunities for students pursuing careers in health care and manufacturing. The McArthur Center features...

June 27, 2026 - 00:02

The man who taught the world to laugh at Nazis, medieval knights, and space cowboys is about to hit a milestone that even his most absurd characters might find hard to believe. Mel Brooks, the...

June 26, 2026 - 16:13

As rates of anxiety and depression among teenagers continue to climb, school districts are struggling to provide enough human counselors. The ratio of students to school psychologists often exceeds...

June 25, 2026 - 22:28

Health authorities in Fulton County have confirmed that a student at Johns Creek High School has been diagnosed with an active case of tuberculosis. Officials are now working to notify staff,...

June 25, 2026 - 15:57

Dutch technology investor Prosus, known for its large stake in Tencent and ownership of Just Eat Takeaway, is putting 400 million euros into the French health insurance startup Alan. The deal lifts...

June 24, 2026 - 21:58

A haze from out-of-state wildfires is choking the Colorado mountains as widespread drought and persistent hot, dry weather continue to elevate the fire danger. The smoke wafting across the Western...

June 24, 2026 - 03:32

New York, NY - NYC Health + Hospitals has announced the return of its farmers market program for the new season, setting up fresh produce stalls directly at public hospitals and community health...