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A Man's Struggle: Mental Health or Political Statement?

January 6, 2026

A man from Ohio is in trouble for breaking windows at Vice President JD Vance's house. The incident happened early Monday morning while Vance was away. The man, William D. DeFoor, is facing both federal and local charges. DeFoor's lawyer says his client has mental health problems. The lawyer insist

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Vaccines: More Than Just Disease Fighters for Seniors

January 6, 2026

Vaccines are not just about avoiding infections. They also help older folks stay healthy in other ways. For example, getting vaccinated against shingles, RSV, and flu can lower the chances of serious health problems like heart attacks, strokes, and even dementia. Older adults are more at risk for i

politics

Money for Families on Hold: What's Happening with Social Services Funding?

January 6, 2026

The Trump administration has decided to pause $10 billion in funds for social services and child care in five states led by Democrats. This move, reported first by the New York Post, affects California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York. The Health and Human Services (HHS) department claim

finance

How Health Insurance Could Help Fix America's Huge Debt

January 6, 2026

America's national debt is a massive problem. It has reached over $38 trillion. This number keeps growing fast. Interest payments alone are around $1 trillion each year. Experts warn this is not sustainable. One person who has ideas on how to tackle this is Mark Cuban. He thinks health insurance co

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A Fresh Look at Vaccine Choices: What's Changing and Why?

January 6, 2026

A big change is happening in how kids get their vaccines. The government is now suggesting fewer shots. This shift is getting attention, especially from people who think the old rules were too strict. A senator from Kansas, who is also a doctor, thinks this is a good move. He said it might help peo

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Boston's Flu Surge: A Serious Situation for Young Kids

January 6, 2026

Boston is facing a tough flu season. Two very young kids, both under 2 years old, have died from the flu. This brings the total number of child flu deaths in the state to four this season. The city has seen a big jump in flu cases. From December 14 to December 27, 2025, confirmed flu cases went up

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A Long Time in the Dark: Illinois' Data Leak

January 6, 2026

A big mistake happened in Illinois. The Department of Human Services accidentally put private health info on a public website. This wasn't a quick slip-up. It stayed there for over three years before anyone noticed. The data belonged to hundreds of thousands of people. Some were getting help for di

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Measles on the Rise: Why South Carolina is Seeing More Cases

January 6, 2026

South Carolina is facing a growing measles outbreak. The state's health officials have reported 211 cases, a significant increase from the previous week's count of 185. This rapid spread is concerning, especially since measles is highly contagious. Most of the cases are concentrated in the northwes

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Discovering True Well-Being: A New Approach to Living Fully

January 6, 2026

A new book is out there, shaking up how we think about wellness. It's not just about quick fixes or trends. Instead, it's about a big picture approach to feeling good in your mind, body, and spirit. The author, Dr. Rob Douk, has spent years studying and living this stuff. He's come up with a fresh w

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Family Health Mystery: The Hidden Gene Link to Weight Gain

January 6, 2026

A family spanning four generations has uncovered a surprising health secret. A genetic test on a young child revealed a mutation in the MC4R gene. This gene is linked to weight gain and obesity. The same mutation was also found in three older relatives. This discovery came after years of struggling