The Rise of Online Gambling: A Growing Public Health Concern in Florida PENSACOLA,Fla. — The Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling reported a staggering more than 50 percent increase in calls for help last year, signaling a troubling trend in the state. experts across the country are now urging policymakers to view online gambling as … Read more
inaugural Public Health Reporting Fellowship Cohort Announced in Washington Five mid-career journalists have been selected as the inaugural cohort of the Public Health Reporting fellowship, a program coordinated by the national Press Club Journalism Institute with backing from the Common Health Coalition. Announced on January 31, 2025, in Washington, the fellowship aims too support … Read more
the Rising Tide of Colon Cancer in Young Adults: New Insights into Risk Factors Table of Contents the Rising Tide of Colon Cancer in Young Adults: New Insights into Risk Factors Key Risk Factors Identified Gender Disparities in Early-Onset Colon Cancer A Call to Action Summary of Key Findings The Growing Epidemic The Role … Read more
Measles Exposure Alert in Snohomish County: What You Need to know The Snohomish County Health Department (SCHD) reported on Tuesday that at least two individuals have been exposed to the measles virus. This development comes just a week after a confirmed measles case was identified in an adult who traveled thru Seattle-Tacoma International … Read more
Flu Vaccine Cuts Risk of Death by Half, Reveals Groundbreaking Global Study A groundbreaking international study led by researchers from CEU San Pablo university and other Spanish institutions has unveiled a critical finding: the flu vaccine reduces the risk of death from the disease by half. Published in the prestigious European Respiratory Review, the … Read more
Thailand’s Bold Move to Combat NCDs: A Holistic Approach to Public Health In a groundbreaking effort to tackle the growing burden of chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs),Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health has unveiled a comprehensive strategy aimed at improving the quality of life for its citizens. Spearheaded by Minister Somsak Thepsuthin, the initiative focuses on … Read more
n### Crisis in New South Wales Mental Health System: A Story of Struggle and Systemic Failure At just 20 years old, Alex Wall is already a veteran of the New South Wales mental health system. Since the age of 14, she has been in and out of care, grappling with psychiatric issues that have led … Read more
Spring Cleaning Your Medicine Cabinet: The Hidden Dangers of Expired Medications As the season shifts and spring cleaning becomes a priority, one area frequently enough overlooked is the medicine cabinet. While it may seem harmless to hold onto that bottle of ibuprofen or tube of ointment past its expiration date, experts warn that outdated medications … Read more
Staying Up-too-Date on Recommended Vaccines Table of Contents Staying Up-too-Date on Recommended Vaccines flu Vaccine: Annual Protection for All Ages Where to Find Vaccines Global Events and Their Ripple Effect on the US Understanding the Global Impact Global Events and US Impact: Navigating an Interconnected World The Geopolitical Landscape Shifts: Impact on the US The … Read more
Muface Healthcare Crisis: Millions of US Federal Employees Face uncertainty Table of Contents Muface Healthcare Crisis: Millions of US Federal Employees Face uncertainty Insurers Cite Economic Losses, Threaten Withdrawal Uncertainty Looms Over Healthcare for US Federal Employees Government Offers Alternative: Transition to Public Healthcare High Stakes for Remaining Insurers Federal Employees Face Healthcare Uncertainty as … Read more