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How to stay ahead of colorectal cancer risks

March 27, 2026

Colorectal cancer is becoming more common among younger adults. By 2030, cases are expected to jump nearly double what they were decades ago. The rise isn’t limited to older groups—people in their 20s to 50s now make up one-fifth of all diagnoses. Doctors aren’t sure why this shift is happening, but

health

Dengue Alert: 16 Countries Warned

March 25, 2026

The U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has lifted a new travel warning on March 23 that highlights dengue fever risks in 16 nations. This Level 1 notice is the lowest tier of CDC alerts, meaning travelers are advised to keep usual precautions but no need to cancel trips. Dengue is a

science

Mosquito Hunt: A Student’s Bite‑Proof Experiment

March 24, 2026

The experiment began with a curious question: how do tiny mosquitoes spot us? A professor and a college student tried to answer it by putting the student in a room full of insects. The first attempt used a mesh suit, but it didn’t stop the mosquitoes from biting. After many painful stings, the team

health

Stay Ahead of Colon Cancer: Simple Steps for Everyone

March 24, 2026

March marks a chance to talk about colon cancer, the second biggest killer of Americans and a leading threat for people under 50. A specialist in digestive health shares four key ways to lower the risk. First, get checked. People aged 45‑75 should have a colon exam, the best way to spot cancer or e

crime

Deep Ellum gets a fresh safety strategy after crime rise

March 22, 2026

Deep Ellum in Dallas has faced growing concerns about late-night safety after a noticeable uptick in violent incidents last year. Local business groups, including the Deep Ellum Foundation, spent months putting together a new safety plan to address these issues. The district, known for its mix of da

health

PreveCan: A New Tool to Teach Cancer Prevention

March 21, 2026

Scientists built a Spanish app called PreveCan. The goal is to share advice from the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research. These organizations published guidelines in 2018 on how to keep cancer risk low. PreveCan shows tips about diet, exercise, weight, and ot

science

Tulsi: An Ancient Herb That Modern Science Is Re‑examining

March 21, 2026

Holy basil, known as tulsi, has been part of South Asian healing for thousands of years. Today scientists are testing the claims that it can ease stress, balance blood sugar and even help fight disease. The plant’s leaves, stems and seeds contain eugenol, linolenic acid and other antioxidants that m

health

Nurses on the Front Lines: Preventing Trauma When Disaster Strikes

March 16, 2026

In Indonesia, floods, earthquakes and landslides are common, and the people living there must learn how these events affect their health. Nurses play a crucial role in stopping injuries and emotional distress before they grow worse. The idea of “trauma prevention care” has been part of nursing

education

Youth Clubs Fight Violence with New Program

March 13, 2026

A group of community clubs in Santa Monica and nearby cities started a new project to curb youth violence. They used money from a state grant that was meant for areas in Los Angeles County where fights and shootings are common. The places chosen also struggle with poverty, low school performance, an

health

Prenatal Health: How Group Sessions Boost Fruit and Veggie Use

March 13, 2026

Pregnant Hispanic/Latino women were asked to join a program that helps keep their weight healthy. The study wanted to see if the way the sessions were run—either in a small group or one‑on‑one—and the type of advice given mattered for how many people actually used their vouchers to buy fruit and veg