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Community

Local nonprofit hosts conference to bring awareness to substance abuse and recovery

Wellness

New fitness court at Springdale's Murphy Park

The Springdale Parks and Recreation Department says the new court is part of a partnership with the National Fitness Campaign.
Wellness

Mediterranean lifestyle could offer health benefits

New research shows that adopting a Mediterranean lifestyle is associated with a lower risk of death from many causes.
Health

Are generic medications just as good as name-brand ones?

Generic medications are just as good as the name-brand ones, according to a pharmacist at Collier Drug Store.
Local News

Alternative depression treatment available across Northwest Arkansas, River Valley

A non-invasive treatment option for depression is gaining popularity and is changing patients' lives across 5Country.
Wellness

Depression treatment technique 'TMS' seeing results

Patients are receiving TMS treatment after long battles with grief, depression, anxiety, and even PTSD.
Health

The NWA Crisis Stabilization Unit faces funding cuts from the state

State funding will be cut from $90,000 a month to $60,000 which could put the CSU in jeopardy.
Education

Plans to bring 'calming rooms' to schools

One school per county will receive $2,500 toward creating a calming room.
Health

First over-the-counter birth control pill gets FDA approval

Previously all birth control pills required a prescription, though the once-a-day pills won't be available immediately.
Health

FDA approves new Alzheimer's drug, discusses availability

Leqembi is the first fully FDA-approved treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, and it might change the course of the disease.
Holidays

Before you light fireworks, make sure you've warned neighbors and prepared pets

You never know when and how someone will be affected by the loud sounds, so be mindful of others as well as of pet around Independence Day.
Health

Scorching hot Arkansas temperatures impact senior citizens

Doctors say certain medications can lead to heat sensitivity which would especially impact senior citizens and those with health problems.

Grit Fest held in Northwest Arkansas

1000 Books Before Kindergarten initiative celebrated at Bentonville Public Library

Above average temperatures before heavy rainfall midweek

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Fort Smith/Fayetteville News | 5newsonline KFSM 5NEWS | Get the local news and weather where you live from 5NEWS. Covering Fort Smith, Fayetteville, Bentonville, and all of Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.

Local nonprofit hosts conference to bring awareness to substance abuse and recovery

New fitness court at Springdale's Murphy Park

Mediterranean lifestyle could offer health benefits

Are generic medications just as good as name-brand ones?

Alternative depression treatment available across Northwest Arkansas, River Valley

Depression treatment technique 'TMS' seeing results

The NWA Crisis Stabilization Unit faces funding cuts from the state

Plans to bring 'calming rooms' to schools

First over-the-counter birth control pill gets FDA approval

FDA approves new Alzheimer's drug, discusses availability

Before you light fireworks, make sure you've warned neighbors and prepared pets

Scorching hot Arkansas temperatures impact senior citizens

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