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Minneapolis – September 15, 2026 -- A 15-minute shower was long enough for an Italian Mastiff puppy in Columbia, South Carolina, to pry open a drawer, chew through a bottle of naproxen, and go into kidney failure, according to Pet Poison Helpline.

One tablet of a common painkiller can be fatal to dogs and cats

Owner Jim Wren said his puppy, Phaedra, got into an old bottle of his grandmother's naproxen while he was out of the room. Naproxen, an over-the-counter NSAID used by humans for pain and inflammation, has a very narrow margin of safety in animals -- as little as one 220mg tablet can trigger severe symptoms or death, per Dr. Renee Schmid, senior veterinary toxicologist and director of Veterinary Medicine at Pet Poison Helpline.

Atlanta – – September 15, 2026 -- OrderlyMeds and Veo Health have launched a partnership that lets weight-loss patients track biological changes happening beneath the scale, not just the number on it.

Two new membership tiers track more than 60 biomarkers

OrderlyMeds customers can now access Veo Core, which screens 60-plus biomarkers with AI-powered insights, or Veo Pro, which expands to 80-plus biomarkers and adds physician consultations, health-advisor sessions and a personalized action plan. Veo Health members, meanwhile, get discounted access to OrderlyMeds' prescribing and clinical network.

Huntington, N.Y. – September 13, 2026 -- Patients researching symptoms on DxCheck can now book a doctor's appointment on the same platform, thanks to a new partnership with scheduling service Zocdoc.

The integration lets users book same- or next-day visits directly from health content pages

Through the partnership, DxCheck users can browse real-time appointment availability, filter specialists by insurance coverage, and book visits without leaving the site. The feature appears across condition pages, health articles, and assessment results, showing specialists relevant to the topic a patient is reading about and filtered by proximity.

New York – September 13, 2026 -- Elysium Health has opened The Elysium Longevity Institute (TELI), a physician-led longevity medicine program now available to eligible patients across the United States.

Eighteen protocols combine prescription drugs, peptides and supplements

At launch, TELI offers 18 longevity-focused protocols delivered in oral, intranasal and injectable forms, including prescription medications, peptides, supplements and vitamins. Patients begin with a comprehensive medical intake, after which licensed providers build individualized treatment plans based on medical history, lifestyle and health goals. Protocols are adjusted over time as a patient's health or objectives change, with ongoing clinical support built into the program.

St. Louis – September 13, 2026 -- Archway Endodontics is marking five years of operation this September, with Dr. Brian R. Judd, DDS, MS, having treated patients at the practice since it opened its doors in September 2021.

The practice, located in the Hampton Village Plaza Medical Center at Hampton and Chippewa, focuses exclusively on endodontics, the dental specialty covering the interior of the tooth and the tissue surrounding the roots. Dr. Judd purchased the practice in August 2023, meaning patients and referring dentists across St. Louis County and Southern Illinois have worked with the same specialist for the entirety of Archway's five-year history.

Munich – September 13, 2026 -- A new YouGov survey commissioned by Air Doctor finds that 37 percent of Germans consider reliable WiFi or mobile data access essential to a stress-free vacation, ranking it above travel insurance (31 percent) and round-the-clock access to medical help abroad (29 percent).

The poll surveyed 2,182 people in Germany between June 26 and 28, 2026, with results weighted to be representative of the population aged 18 and over.

Safety and health top the list, but priorities shift fast

Sixty-two percent of respondents said feeling safe abroad matters most for a relaxed trip, and 56 percent cited the health of all travelers. Yet immediately after these basics, attention turns to logistics: 33 percent value flexible rebooking or cancellation options, and 29 percent prefer a fully pre-planned itinerary.

Branford, Connecticut – September 13, 2026 -- EndoCare Dental Specialists has opened at 5 South Main St., Suite 515, in Branford, Connecticut, offering root canal treatment, retreatment, and surgical endodontics to patients across New Haven County.

Dr. Sam Ramadan brings more than 10,000 completed endodontic cases to the new practice

Dr. Sam Ramadan, DMD, a Connecticut native, leads the office after earning a degree in Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of Connecticut, graduating in the top 10% of his class. He later completed his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, where he was recognized for clinical excellence in endodontics.

Austin, Texas -- September 8, 2026 -- Function members can now securely connect their personal health data to Muse, Meta's newly launched personal AI agent, the company announced.

Muse joins ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity in Function's expanding network of AI connectors, letting members feed their lab results and health insights directly into the AI tools they already use daily.

Muse can turn lab results into actionable health plans

Once connected, Muse draws on a member's Function lab results and clinician-reviewed summaries to inform goals and tasks. Members can ask Muse how a specific lab result compares to their optimal range, have it build or adjust a plan toward a health goal using their own data as context, or let it flag and follow up when it's time to schedule the next Function lab visit.

Fairport, N.Y. – September 12, 2026 -- Bleeding or swollen gums during brushing can be an early sign of gum disease, according to a new HelloNation article featuring Dr. Marian Burgard of Fairport Family Dental.

Bleeding gums often appear before pain does

The article notes that gum disease frequently starts with subtle symptoms, including bleeding during brushing or flossing, swelling, and mild tenderness. These signs can occur even in people with a consistent daily oral hygiene routine. Because pain is not always present in early stages, residents in Fairport and Rochester, NY, may delay seeking treatment.

Plaque buildup along the gum line triggers irritation

According to the article, bleeding gums typically result from plaque accumulating along the gum line, which allows bacteria to irritate sensitive tissue. Swollen gums develop as the body reacts to this irritation.

Denver – September 12, 2026 -- A new HelloNation article breaks down how structured rehabilitation therapy helps pets recover from surgery, injury, or age-related decline, using tools ranging from underwater treadmills to laser treatments.

Underwater treadmills reduce joint strain while building muscle

The therapy uses water buoyancy to support a pet's body weight, easing pressure on joints while the water's resistance helps rebuild strength. It is particularly effective for dogs with arthritis, hip dysplasia, or those recovering from surgery, though cats can also participate when introduced gradually.

Balance tools like wobble boards target coordination and fall prevention

Wobble boards, stability balls, and inflatable discs engage core muscles and improve coordination. These exercises are especially useful for older animals or pets recovering from long periods of inactivity, helping them regain stability.