The cycle of childhood trauma is a serious issue. It affects how a child's brain and body grow. This trauma can lead to long-term mental health problems and chronic diseases. It can also repeat itself in future generations. This is where the STANCE program comes in. It was created to break this cycle. The program focuses on helping young children and their families. ...
The world of medicine is changing fast. Genetic and genomic research are at the heart of this change. They offer big hopes for tackling long-standing health issues in Black communities. These issues include cancer disparities and poor outcomes. However, there are big hurdles to overcome. Many in the Black community face barriers to joining these research efforts...
A well-known spot in Lexington is shutting down. Via Lago, a restaurant that has been a part of the community for 37 years, is closing its doors. The owner, Alan Jick, made the tough call not to renew the lease. Why? The restaurant's catering business never fully recovered from the pandemic's hit. This decision comes after decades of serving the Lexington community. ...
Black women in England face a tough challenge when it comes to HIV prevention. They are at a higher risk of getting HIV, but they often miss out on getting PrEP, a medicine that can stop HIV before it starts. This is a big problem because most studies and efforts have focused on men who have sex with men (MSM). Black women have been left out of the conversation, and ...
Every year, folks in Baton Rouge get a unique chance to take care of their health without spending a dime. The Live Well Baton Rouge event is all about giving back to the community. It is a day filled with free health screenings, tasty food, and lively music. This year, it is happening on May 17th, from 9 am to 1 pm. The event is organized by the Mary Bird Perkins C...
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a lifeline for many families. Yet, SNAP recipients, especially those with kids, often struggle to eat enough fruits and veggies. Why? Because access to fresh, affordable produce can be tough. This is where farmers markets come in. They offer fresh, local produce, but SNAP families might not know about them or ho...
There is a Chinese eatery in Colorado Springs that has been struggling with health inspections. Dragon King, located at the intersection of Powers and Galley, has failed four times in a row. This is not a game, but a real-life situation that poses health risks to customers. The most recent inspection revealed several issues. An employee was seen handling cooked chic...
The St. Cloud Rox Reading Program has hit a home run with participation in 2025. Since its launch in 2012, the program has grown to include over 20, 000 students from 59 elementary schools. This initiative is all about getting kids excited about reading outside of school hours. It isn't just about reading more. It's about fostering a genuine love for books. This effo...
The 5th annual Easter Egg-STRAVAGANZA was a hit at the Soccerhaus Sports and Events Center in Colorado Springs. This event was a collaboration between Soccerhaus and Connecting Communities 719. It was a unique way to celebrate Easter, which is traditionally on a Sunday, but the fun started early this year on Easter's eve. The event was a big deal. A massive 40, 000 ...
In Salvador, Brazil, a unique program is making waves in how future doctors and nurses learn to work together. The program is called Programa Candeal. It is a program that has been around for a while but has not been studied until now. It is a part of the Bahiana School of Medicine and Public Health. It focuses on getting students out of the classroom and into th...