Worcester City Council is pushing back against health rules that limit new tobacco shops. They want the public health board to relax a rule that stops new tobacco stores from opening within 500 feet of existing ones. This rule was put in place to stop underage smoking and prevent tobacco shops from
South Carolina is grappling with a significant measles outbreak, with 88 new cases confirmed recently, pushing the total to 646. The majority of these cases are concentrated in the Upstate region, particularly around Spartanburg County, which shares a border with North Carolina. Currently, 538 indi
In North India, many secondary school girls and their moms don't know much about the HPV vaccine. This is a big problem. The vaccine can stop cervical cancer. But if people don't know about it, they can't use it. This is a chance we're missing. Cervical cancer is a big deal. It's a serious disease.
LottoBlokk is shaking up the lottery world. It's the first global lottery using crypto and blockchain. Starting June, anyone over 18 can join, except where it's not allowed. This isn't your usual lottery. It's powered by LottoCoin (LTBK) and uses the BASE blockchain. Tickets cost $2, and winners get
Chicago is gearing up for a wild ride with winter weather. It all starts late on Tuesday night and lasts through Wednesday. The first wave of snow will hit areas near and north of I-80, making roads slippery and dangerous. More counties are now under a winter weather advisory because of the expected
New York City might see snow this weekend. A big storm is forming in the southern U. S. and could reach the city. It's still unclear how much snow will fall or where exactly it will hit. Forecasters are watching the storm closely. They say snow could start on Saturday night and last until Sunday ni
In many parts of Sub-Saharan Africa, women have limited access to long-acting birth control methods. These methods, like IUDs and implants, are known to be effective and safe. They can help prevent unwanted pregnancies and reduce the number of women who die during childbirth. However, only a small p
Measles is back in the US, and it's not just a small problem anymore. Over the past year, there have been more than 2, 200 cases reported, which is a huge jump from previous years. This is the most cases the US has seen since measles was declared eliminated in 2000. And it's not just one big outbrea
During the COVID-19 pandemic, a clear divide emerged between some religious leaders and public health experts. This divide led to dangerous misinformation and risky behavior among followers. A recent study looked into how certain Neo-Pentecostal leaders in Africa and North America handled the pandem
Cancer doesn't just hurt the body; it also takes a toll on the mind. Some survivors find a silver lining in their fight, growing stronger in unexpected ways. But how can we help more people find this strength? A recent study set out to answer this question. The study focused on people who had beate
