Health Care

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Aug 12, 2026

Idaho named nation’s best state to live by WalletHub

Idaho ranks as the best state to live in according to WalletHub, excelling in quality of life, safety, affordability, and income growth.

Aug 11, 2026

LC State nursing program leads public BSN pass rates in Idaho and PNW

Lewis-Clark State College's nursing program achieved a 96.43% first-time NCLEX pass rate, highest among public BSN programs in Idaho, Washington, and Oregon.

Avamere Rehabilitation of Eugene at 2360 Chambers Street plans to transition ownership to Cascadia Healthcare in October as Avamere exits the skilled nursing business. (PHOTO: VIA REUTERS)
Aug 10, 2026

Eagle-based Cascadia to take over two Oregon Avamere nursing homes

Cascadia Healthcare of Eagle, Idaho, will take over two Avamere Health Services skilled nursing facilities in Eugene and Junction City, Oregon, amid Avamere's exit from skilled nursing.

Aug 3, 2026

Study links intermittent fasting to improved cognitive skills

Researchers find intermittent fasting within an eight- to nine-hour window improves cognitive skills in overweight women, enhancing memory and problem-solving.

The LINC mobile repair trailer is parked and awaiting use for fixes to people’s mobile scooters. (PHOTO: LINC MOBILITY)
Jul 31, 2026

Molina grant fuels no-cost mobility equipment repair across southern Idaho

Molina Healthcare of Idaho funds LINC's Wheel Fix It program to provide free mobility equipment repairs across southern Idaho, improving access for rural residents.

The Castle Fire is burning on Umpqua National Forest in challenging terrain. (PHOTO: VIA REUTERS CONNECT)
Jul 29, 2026

Oregon wildfires burn 1.5M acres destroying homes, closing highways

Oregon wildfires have burned over 1.3 million acres, destroyed homes, and caused major highway closures, impacting air quality in Oregon and Idaho.

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Jul 29, 2026

Idaho named top 10 state by US News rankings

Idaho ranks seventh best state nationally in US News 2026 rankings, with strong economy and fiscal stability placing it among top 10 states.

The Festival at Sandpoint received $20,000 in grant funds to hold the 43rd annual event. (PHOTO: Racheal Baker, courtesy ICF)
Jul 28, 2026

Idaho Community Foundation awards $94,300 in Bonner County grants

Idaho Community Foundation awarded $94,300 in grants to 18 Bonner County organizations supporting human rights and arts education programs.

The sky above Meridian on July 26 shows a hint of blue beyond the smoke from wildfires around the region. (PHOTO: MARC LUTZ PHOTOGRAPHY)
Jul 28, 2026

DEQ urges Idahoans to use trusted sources for air quality information during wildfire smoke season

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality urges residents to rely on trusted sources for accurate air quality information during wildfire smoke season.

Jul 28, 2026

More than 63,000 low-income Idaho households limit AC use to save money

Advance America research finds over 63,000 low-income Idaho households regularly shut off ac to reduce costly summer utility bills.

Boyd Davis
Jul 28, 2026

Boyd Davis named CEO of Saint Alphonsus Regional Rehabilitation Hospital

Boyd Davis appointed CEO of Saint Alphonsus Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Boise, bringing extensive Encompass Health leadership experience.

The Boise Veterans Affairs Medical Center is seen in this 2012 photo. In 2026, the organization received federal funding to upgrade facilities. (IBR FILE PHOTO)
Jul 24, 2026

Boise VA Medical Center receives federal funding for maintenance upgrades

Boise VA Medical Center received federal funding to support repairs and modernization, improving care facilities and infrastructure for veterans in the region.


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