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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

Scott Hastings' wife goes missing: A family's anguish

The disappearance of Jenny Hastings, wife of former Scotland rugby star Scott Hastings, has left her family absolutely heartbroken. On Tuesday afternoon, she went for a swim in the Firth of Forth near Wardie Bay in Edinburgh and never returned to shore. Jenny has struggled with mental health issues

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

The Booming Mental Health Industry: Is Everyone Getting Help or Just More Bills?

The demand for mental health services is skyrocketing, and with it, the need for professionals to provide those services. A recent analysis of data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics found that employment in the mental health field is expected to grow three times faster than the average for all

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Sep 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Silent Spring's Bats: How Our Pest Control Partners Are Vanishing Before Our Eyes

Did you know that bats are more than just spooky Halloween decorations? These flying mammals play a vital role in our ecosystems, especially for farmers. A single bat can eat thousands of insects per night - think of them as nature's pest control squad! But recently, a fungal disease called white-no

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Sep 08 2024CRIME

When Parents Pay for School Shootings

Four dead. Fourteen years old. And now, a father charged with murder over his son's alleged mass shooting at an American high school. The case of Colin Gray pushes the boundaries of parental responsibility in our society's gun culture. It marks only the second time a parent has been criminally char

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

Salmonella Scramble: Are Your Eggs Safe?

Wisconsin health officials have issued a major recall of eggs after a salmonella outbreak sickened 65 people across nine states. The outbreak is linked to a farm in Wisconsin, where eggs were distributed to stores and restaurants in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. The recall affects all types of

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

School Shootings: The Unspoken Impact on Youth Mental Health

Imagine being a child in school, surrounded by your friends and teachers, when suddenly the world around you turns into a living nightmare. Gunshots ring out, screams fill the air, and chaos erupts. This is the reality for millions of American children who have been exposed to shootings, including o

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

Salmonella Scare: Is Your Fridge Safe?

A recent salmonella outbreak linked to eggs from a Wisconsin farm has affected 65 people across nine states. This raises a critical question: are we doing enough to ensure the safety of our food supply? Wisconsin health officials have issued a recall for all eggs produced by Milo’s Poultry Farms an

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Sep 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Bats, pesticides, and an unexpected toll on human health: A shocking new study reveals the hidden costs of losing a key species

A new study published in Science has stunned researchers by revealing a surprising link between bat die-offs, increased pesticide use, and rising infant mortality rates. The findings, authored by environmental economist Eyal Frank of the University of Chicago, show how the loss of a keystone specie

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Sep 08 2024OPINION

Is America Losing Its Soul? Americans Weigh an Exodus Over Political Fears

Americans are leaving their country due to anxieties about the political climate, not for adventure. The question is whether they are justified or overreacting. Thousands of readers responded to a New York Times survey expressing frustration, fear, and disappointment with American politics. Many are

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Sep 06 2024HEALTH

Diabetes: A Sugar-Coated Time Bomb in Your Brain?

Picture this: you're a young, sprightly 35-year-old. But when doctors take a peek inside your noggin using an MRI machine, they see the brain of a grumpy 40-year-old! What gives? According to a new study, diabetes might be the culprit causing your brain to age faster than the rest of you. The resea

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