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Jul 15 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Gaps: Why Millions of Kids Are Still Missing Shots

Globally, over 14 million children have never received any vaccines, a troubling trend that's not improving fast enough. Experts point to conflicts, lack of access, and misinformation as major roadblocks. While some progress has been made, the numbers remain alarmingly high. In 2024, fewer children

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Jul 15 2025HEALTH

Home Health Tech: A Game Changer for Seniors

The healthcare system is under pressure as the population ages. Hospitals are often overcrowded, and seniors frequently find themselves in a revolving door of visits. But what if technology could change this? Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is a tool that could help. It allows doctors to keep an eye

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Jul 15 2025OPINION

Chicago's Urgent Call to Regulate Hemp Products

In Illinois, a serious issue is brewing. Unregulated hemp products, often altered with potent chemicals and misleading labels, are flooding the market. These items, which can be highly intoxicating, are being sold in places like gas stations and convenience stores. What's worse, they're often market

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Jul 15 2025SPORTS

Zverev's Fight: Tennis Star Takes on Mental Health and Career Challenges

Alexander Zverev, a well-known tennis player, has had a tough year. After reaching the Australian Open finals earlier this year, things didn't go as planned. He lost in the first round of Wimbledon, and his performance has been up and down. But it's not just his game that's struggling; he's also bee

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Jul 15 2025HEALTH

Navigating Health Info Online: What You Need to Know

People are increasingly relying on the internet for health information. This shift has raised questions about how individuals determine the reliability of what they find online. However, most research tends to focus on either the quality of the information or the user's ability to assess it, but rar

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Jul 15 2025HEALTH

How Different Therapists in Colorado Approach Faith and Healing

In Colorado, mental health experts have different views on how to include a person's faith in their treatment. A recent study looked at how psychologists, counselors, marriage and family therapists, and clinical social workers feel about this. The study found that these professionals have varying o

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Jul 15 2025POLITICS

Vaccine Views and Politics: How Beliefs Shape Health Choices in Germany

In Germany, people's views on vaccines seem to be tied to their political beliefs. A recent study looked at how trust and a sense of shared duty affect vaccine readiness among different political groups. The study found that supporters of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party were more

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Jul 15 2025HEALTH

Why Recovery From Mental Illness Is So Hard

People dealing with mental health issues often struggle to live a fulfilling life. It's not just about the symptoms. Other things can make it harder. For example, how others treat them can be a big problem. Stigma is a major issue. When people judge or avoid those with mental health problems, it ma

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Jul 15 2025HEALTH

Bright Futures: How Early Health Career Exposure Can Transform Rural Areas

Rural areas often struggle with a shortage of healthcare workers. One key reason is that few locals pursue careers in health. However, those who do often return to their hometowns to work. This suggests that introducing health careers early could make a big difference. Most programs introduce healt

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Jul 14 2025BUSINESS

New Kid on the Block: Jams Takes on the PB&J Giant

Jams, a new player in the frozen PB&J sandwich market, is making waves with the backing of some big-name athletes. Connor Blakley, the 26-year-old founder, aims to challenge Smucker's Uncrustables, which has long held a strong grip on the market. The sandwiches are set to hit 3, 000 Walmart stores

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