New Jersey's mental health workforce is in trouble. A recent proposal by the U. S. Department of Education could make it harder for people to become counselors and social workers. These professionals need special training and degrees to do their jobs. They also have to follow strict rules and pass e
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a history of hiring unknown coaches who turn out to be legends. Fans expected the same this time. Instead, they got Mike McCarthy, a coach with a lot of experience but not much recent success. McCarthy has been a head coach for 18 years. He has been fired more times tha
Andrew McCutchen, a beloved figure in Pittsburgh, finds himself in a tough spot. The Pirates haven't signed him yet, and he's not happy about it. He took to social media to express his frustration, wondering why other teams don't treat their stars the same way. McCutchen hinted that this might be hi
Iowa's health leaders are facing a tough challenge. They need to make sure vaccines stay safe and effective. This is not just a job for one political party. It's something everyone should care about. A big change happened recently. A group called the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (AC
A tense standoff unfolded in Minneapolis after a fatal shooting involving a Border Patrol agent. State investigators from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) found themselves locked out of the crime scene. Federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) refused them ent
In Tanzania, there's a push to use local medicine shops for giving vaccines. This idea isn't new, but it's not widely accepted yet. A recent study dug deeper into why this might be the case. First, let's talk about what these shops are. They're places where people go to get medicine. Some are big p
A massive winter storm is taking over Virginia, bringing a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The storm started in the western parts of the state late Saturday afternoon and is expected to move eastward throughout the night. By Sunday, the precipitation will turn into freezing rain, which could
A friend, let's call her Angela, is raising her baby without vaccines. She's a free spirit, shaped by a tough past. Her baby's father is new to the area, and they tied the knot recently. Angela's past includes abuse and a relationship with someone who believed in wild theories. This influenced her d
The Australian Open is not just a tennis tournament anymore. It has turned into a hub for new ideas and technology. This shift started with a simple goal: to make the event better for players, fans, and the city of Melbourne. First, there's a lab inside the tournament. This lab has been working on
Newborns are at risk of serious infections. These infections can happen in the first month of life. They are called neonatal sepsis. This condition is a big problem worldwide. It is especially bad in poorer countries. There, more babies get sick and die from it. Doctors have a tough time treating t
