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Nursing Excellence Check: Baxter Health says its Magnet nursing-credential recertification survey wrapped recently, and leaders expect the official decision in August or September after an on-site American Nurses Credentialing Center review. Maternal Care After Dobbs: A new study links abortion bans to reduced miscarriage medication management and less use of the most effective protocol in states with bans, raising concerns about avoidable physical and psychological harm. Public Health & Safety: Arkansas State Police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting in Searcy, while Fort Smith remains focused on Officer Kyle Newman, critically injured in a Sunday shooting after a DWI-related encounter; the suspect was killed after a pursuit. Community Health Access: UA Little Rock students won national funding and recognition for NanoLit, a nanotechnology startup aimed at reducing chemotherapy side effects. Local Business/Health Economy: Arkansas Blue Cross cut about 30 positions to balance its 2026 budget, while still planning a strategic affiliation with Cambia. Food Safety: Springdale inspectors flagged issues at multiple sites, including expired permits and sanitation/maintenance problems.

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Barnes Healthcare leads Lonoke County in Q1 nursing home capacity

Barnes Healthcare leads Lonoke County in Q1 nursing home capacity

Extension service to host free produce safety training for Arkansas growers on June 18

Extension service to host free produce safety training for Arkansas growers on June 18

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Arkansas Postcard Past: Springdale in 1911

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Oak Ridge Health and Rehabilitation leads Union County nursing homes in Q1 2026

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Arkansas man arrested after making threats to carry out mass shooting if hantavirus lockdown was introduced


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