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Nov 26 2025HEALTH

Why Women's Health Is a Big Deal for Everyone

Women often struggle to get the healthcare they need. They juggle many roles, like caring for kids or elderly parents, and this makes it hard to find time for their own health. For instance, a working mom might find it tough to take time off for a simple check-up. This is a big problem because women

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Nov 26 2025CRIME

Westminster's Recent Mental Health Emergencies: A Closer Look

Westminster saw two serious mental health situations on Monday. Both times, people in crisis had weapons. This led to road closures for safety. The first event happened early in the morning. Route 482 was shut down near Old Manchester Road. Police were dealing with a person in distress. The second

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Nov 26 2025HEALTH

Healthcare Hurdles: Norfolk Families Face Tough Choices

In Norfolk, a tough situation is unfolding. Many families, like Kathleen Winters' family, are feeling the pinch. They earn a decent income, around $100, 000 a year. But they might have to pay a lot more for health insurance soon. This is because some help from the government, called tax credits, is

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Nov 26 2025BUSINESS

A Shake-Up in the C-Suite: Keurig Dr Pepper Welcomes New Finance Chief

Keurig Dr Pepper has a new top finance executive. Anthony DiSilvestro is stepping in as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He's coming from Mattel, where he was the CFO for five years. DiSilvestro will be based in Burlington and will report to CEO Tim Cofer. This change comes at an interesting

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Nov 26 2025HEALTH

Cultural Differences in ICU Care: What's the Big Deal?

In the world of intensive care units (ICUs), not everyone gets the same treatment. Why? Because people come from different backgrounds. These backgrounds include things like race, language, religion, and beliefs. This mix is what we call cultural diversity. When people from diverse cultures end up

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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Cool on Extending Healthcare Subsidies

House Speaker Mike Johnson recently shared some news with the White House. Most Republicans in the House aren't too keen on extending the extra help people get for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. This chat happened over the phone with top White House staff. At the same time, Preside

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

The Tricky World of Hamstring Tears: Why Some Injuries Are Harder to Fix

Hamstring injuries are common in sports, but not all are straightforward. One type, called distal musculotendinous T-junction (DMTJ) injuries, is particularly puzzling. These injuries occur where the long and short heads of the biceps femoris muscle connect. This area is complex and varies greatly f

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Vaccines and Autism: What You Need to Know

The CDC website has recently changed its stance on vaccines and autism, causing quite a stir. Before, it clearly stated that no studies had found a link between vaccines and autism. Now, it says that studies haven't ruled out the possibility that vaccines might contribute to autism. This change was

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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

Healthcare Costs: Trump's New Plan to Extend Obamacare Subsidies

The White House is considering a plan to extend Obamacare subsidies for two more years. This comes as millions of Americans face a significant increase in healthcare costs starting in January. The proposal suggests a cap on eligibility for these subsidies at 700% of the federal poverty level. This i

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Kankakee's Riverside Medical Center Expands Mental Health Care

Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee is investing $28 million to revamp its behavioral health department. This two-year project aims to modernize and expand the facility, which currently serves around 60 patients. The hospital plans to keep the department running during construction. Funding for th

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