A big fight is happening over kids' vaccines. Some medical groups want to stop changes made to the vaccine schedule. They say the changes are not safe and not based on good science. The changes were made by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and others. They took six vaccines off the routine lis
Naples, a city known for its welcoming spirit, is currently facing a significant challenge. Naples Pride, a local nonprofit, has been hosting Pridefest in Cambier Park for years, including family-friendly drag performances. These events have always been peaceful and well-received, with no incidents
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently made a controversial decision to downgrade the risks associated with formaldehyde, a chemical known to cause cancer. This move comes despite strong evidence linking formaldehyde to serious health issues like cancer, miscarriages, and asthma. The
In the UK, too many people are dying from alcohol. The problem is worse for those who are not well-off. The government knows this and wants to do something about it. But how? There are people who work on these issues. They have ideas on how to help. But no one has really asked them what they think.
Domestic abuse is a big problem that hurts many people. It got even worse during the COVID-19 pandemic. Lots of studies have talked about this, but we need a big picture view to understand it better. This review aims to bring together all the information we have to see how domestic abuse changed dur
Measles is making a comeback in the U. S. , and not everyone is rushing to get vaccinated. Health workers are stepping up, offering the MMR vaccine in areas where the disease is spreading. The usual plan is to give kids two doses, one between 12-15 months and another between 4-6 years. But in high-r
Measles is making a comeback, and it's nothing to sneeze at. This virus can cause some serious trouble, like breathing problems, brain swelling, and even death. It spreads like wildfire, sticking around in the air and on surfaces for up to two hours. If one person has it, nine out of ten unvaccinate
In a surprising move, the U. S. Justice Department has taken legal action against California's recent law aimed at protecting communities from oil and gas drilling. This law, which started in 2024, requires new oil wells to be at least 3, 200 feet away from schools, homes, and hospitals. The Justice
A measles scare has hit Northern Kentucky, and health officials are on high alert. The virus was spotted in an unvaccinated traveler who stayed at the Holiday Inn & Suites in Dry Ridge and visited the Ark Encounter on December 29. This has put thousands of people at risk. The good news? No new case
The decision to skip childhood vaccines is becoming more popular in many parts of the United States. This trend is making it easier for preventable diseases like measles to spread. New research shows that more than half of US counties have seen an increase in vaccine exemptions since the start of th
