In West Texas, a health official recently shared a plan to tackle the measles outbreak. This plan was a bit different from what most doctors would suggest. The official, who is in charge of health and human services, had some ideas that were far from what most scientists agree on. The official di
Wendy Williams, a well-known media personality, recently had a health scare that led to her being rushed to the hospital from her assisted living facility in Midtown Manhattan. The fire department was called to the facility for a wellness check, and police officers responded to the 911 call about a
In the heart of West Texas, a measles outbreak has sparked a heated debate. The first child to die of measles in the U. S. in over 20 years has left many people questioning the truth. The cause of death was met with doubt from anti-vaccine activists. They spread false rumors that the child w
The Trump administration has made a big move. They've decided to cancel 83% of U. S. foreign aid contracts. This means 5, 200 out of 6, 200 contracts are no longer active. The remaining 1, 000 will be managed by the State Department, which recently took over the U. S. Agency for International Develo
People with disabilities often face a tough time when it comes to getting the health care they need. They often miss out on important preventive services. This is a big deal because these services can catch problems early and keep people healthier. There are many reasons why this happens. One bi
Suicide is a complex issue. People leave clues about their intentions before taking their own lives. These clues can be direct or indirect. In Slovenia, a study looked at 546 police reports. It found that over 34% of people directly said they wanted to end their lives. Another 26% hinted at it. But
A digital physical therapy company based in San Francisco, Hinge Health, has filed to go public. This move hints at a potential revival in the IPO market, especially in the tech sector, which has been relatively quiet for the past few years. The company specializes in using software to help
The COVID-19 pandemic brought to light just how crucial health literacy is. Health literacy is the ability to find, understand, and use health information to make good decisions. During the pandemic, people's willingness to follow safety steps, like wearing masks, staying apart, washing hands, and g
Pope Francis, the 88-year-old leader of the Catholic Church, is currently in the hospital. He's been there since mid-February, dealing with a serious lung infection called bilateral pneumonia. Despite his health issues, he's still actively leading the Church and participating in important events. He
The bird flu crisis has been raging for three years, with nearly 170 million farmed birds lost and 70 human infections reported. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a $1 billion plan to tackle the issue. However, this plan might not be as effective as it seems. The strategy focu
