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Last update: 9 hours agoWNBA Injury Update: Chicago Sky forward Rickea Jackson is out for the rest of the season after an MRI confirmed a torn left ACL, with surgery planned and the team calling it a “full recovery” situation. FDA + Heart Health: AstraZeneca’s Baxfendy won FDA approval as a new kind of blood pressure drug that targets the hormone aldosterone, aiming to lower BP in a more direct way than typical treatments. Neurology + Concussion Care: New AAN meeting findings suggest a short methylprednisolone taper may reduce headache severity after mild traumatic brain injury, with mood and sleep tied to recovery. Public Health + Mosquitoes: Orkin ranked Chicago the No. 2 worst U.S. city for mosquito problems, signaling expanding mosquito activity beyond traditional hotspots. Illinois Health Care Watch: CMS data spotlighted nursing home quality gaps, including a 1-star rating for Aperion Care Fox River (Q1 2026) and other facilities facing low scores and fines. Environment + Water: EPA announced $15M+ for Wisconsin communities to tackle PFAS and other emerging contaminants in drinking water. Community + Food Access: Chicago Farmers Markets and Maxwell Street return for the 2026 season, with SNAP Link Match support.
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