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Measles on the Rise: Why Are Kids Getting Sick?

February 22, 2025

Imagine this: nearly 100 people, mostly kids, are sick with measles. This is not a story from a far-off land or a distant past. This is happening right now in Texas and New Mexico. It's a stark reminder that measles, a disease we thought we had under control, is making a comeback. The ou

politics

When Words Collide: The AP's Stand Against White House Restrictions

February 22, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, the Associated Press (AP) has taken legal action against three officials from the Trump administration. The lawsuit, filed in a Washington, D. C. federal court, challenges the White House's decision to limit AP's access to presidential events. This move comes after th

health

Vaccine Pushback: What's Up with the CDC's Sudden Shift?

February 21, 2025

The CDC recently made some big changes to its vaccine efforts. The agency has decided to pause a public meeting of its vaccine advisory committee for the time being. This isn't the only change. The CDC has also decided to stop a campaign that was encouraging people to get their flu shots. This campa

health

Telemedicine: Keeping Contraceptive Care Alive During Pandemic

February 21, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic forced major changes in how essential health services were delivered. Telemedicine became a lifeline for contraceptive care. A large reproductive health provider in Illinois, with 17 health centers, quickly shifted to telehealth. They wanted to see if this new approach kept con

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Faith and Health: How Communities Tackle Vaccines, Genes, and Cancer

February 21, 2025

Public health experts often team up with faith communities to boost health outcomes. This review looks at how these experts have reached out to these communities. It uses a specific theory to judge these efforts. The review focuses on three big topics: vaccines, genetic health, and colorectal cance

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Drug Policy Shift: Is B. C. Making a Mistake?

February 21, 2025

The B. C. Ministry of Health recently made a significant change to its safe supply program. This change requires patients to take their medication at a pharmacy under the watchful eye of a healthcare worker. This decision has sparked controversy, with some arguing that it will make life-saving medic

education

Texas Schools: Big Changes on the Horizon

February 21, 2025

Texas is buzzing with education talks. Lawmakers are looking to shake things up with a bunch of new bills. One big issue is money. Schools are feeling the pinch with budgets that haven't changed since 2019. Inflation is making things tough, and some districts are even talking about closing schools.

science

The Goat's Worm Problem: A New Weapon in the Fight

February 21, 2025

First, let's talk about the enemy. A tiny worm called Haemonchus contortus is causing big problems for goats. These worms are sneaky. They use special tools, HcTPS and HcGOB, to make a sugar called trehalose. This sugar helps the worms and messes with the goat's immune system. Scientists have a cle

crime

Arizona Air Mishap: Two Lives Lost in Midair Crash

February 20, 2025

A tragic event unfolded in southern Arizona when two small planes collided midair. The incident occurred at Marana Regional Airport, near Tucson. The crash took place on a Wednesday and resulted in the loss of two lives. The planes involved were a Cessna 172 and a Lancair 360 MK II. The Cessna lande

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Vaccine Meeting Delayed: What's the Deal?

February 20, 2025

So, there was supposed to be a big vaccine meeting next week. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a group called the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). They meet three times a year to talk about new or updated vaccines. This time, it was the first meeting since