Public Health
Concerns Grow Over Health Risks of Kratom Following Student Deaths
The recent deaths of two University of Mississippi students have sparked new concerns regarding the health hazards of kratom. Authorities recovered packaged kratom from separate locations on campus where the students died, sources indicate. Although
Impacts of New Rules on SNAP and Medicaid
Millions of Americans who depend on government safety net programs will face significant changes soon. New rules from President Donald Trump’s budget law will start next month. SNAP and Medicaid Reforms The changes impact both
Russia’s New Parliamentary Elections: A Focus on War Veterans
Today, Russians are casting their votes to elect a new parliament. This marks the first election since President Vladimir Putin initiated military actions in Ukraine. The conflict, referred to as the “special military operation” (SVO),
CDC Director’s Relationship with Health Secretary and Measles Controversy
In her initial interview since assuming leadership at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Director Erica Schwartz shared her stance on her working relationship with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. She expressed
A Call for Awareness Following Rare Diagnosis Impacting Career
Living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Elizabeth Lynch, a 28-year-old creative from Melbourne, Australia, lives with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). This genetic connective tissue disorder has affected her life significantly, causing chronic pain and joint problems. Lynch, an
Durham’s HEART Program: A Model for Community Response
Rob Crisp, a specialist with the Holistic Empathetic Assistance Response Team (HEART), answered a wellness check call in Durham, N.C. on September 14. Alongside Allie Craft, they ventured into a parking lot armed with snacks,
Philanthropic Shift to Midlife Women’s Care
Melinda French Gates has been a prominent figure in philanthropy, especially in maternal care and access to contraception. Her recent shift in focus is noteworthy as she now includes investments targeting women in their midlife
Challenges Faced by 911 Call Takers in the U.S.
Sara Harper began working as a 911 call taker in Denver in 2013. Initially, she found the role rewarding, often feeling she was genuinely helping people. However, long hours and anxiety led her to leave
Philadelphia Monitors Possible Measles Exposure at Key Locations
The City of Philadelphia has reported two potential measles exposures within a span of one week, with the latest incident occurring at Philadelphia International Airport. The exposure at the airport involved terminals B and F,
Concerns Grow Over ‘Gas Station Heroin’: States Move to Ban Tianeptine
Tianeptine, often referred to as ‘gas station heroin,’ has raised alarms among medical experts. Fourteen states have classified this tricyclic antidepressant as a Schedule I controlled substance. Connecticut recently joined this group, officially banning its