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Pediatric Dentistry Partnership: Arkansas Children’s Hospital is teaming up with Lyon College School of Dental Medicine to expand pediatric oral care, clinical training, and research—highlighting why kids need early, child-focused dentistry. Cancer Care Access: UAMS is pressing Proton Center of Arkansas to pay nearly $900,000 in overdue invoices by May 28 or risk ending service agreements, adding pressure to the state’s only proton therapy option. Anxiety in Oncology Clinics: UAMS researchers are testing simple sound machines in gynecology oncology exam rooms to cut patient anxiety during visits. Local Safety & EMS: Jonesboro Fire Department earned CDC/NIOSH “Gold Helmet” status for cancer registry participation; meanwhile, crews responded to an I-555 rollover with a helicopter on scene and injuries reported. Community Health Support: Baptist Health is offering free walk-in screenings in Stuttgart, and Lighthouse Education Cooperative added AEDs to campus safety. Public Health Watch: Kratom use is drawing more attention as Michigan health officials track rising medical cases. Violence Update: Arkansas State Police arrested two after a Greenbrier high-speed crash that seriously injured a 67-year-old woman, and they’re investigating a Huntsville shooting where a 15-year-old is recovering.

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Three UAPB associate professors named grant recipients by Arkansas Research Alliance

Three UAPB associate professors named grant recipients by Arkansas Research Alliance

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Arkansas residents voice concerns over proposed data centers amid environmental and economic issues

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Baxter Health Foundation donors set record with $3.8 million raised in 2025

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Arkansas Children's Hospital partners with Lyon dental school

Arkansas Children's Hospital partners with Lyon dental school

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Arkansas HBCU leaders join Hill, others in Washington D.C. to announce infrastructure measure

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Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine appoints Dr. Christopher Loyke as next dean


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