For a long time, we've known that people with severe mental health issues don't live as long as the rest of us. But what about those living in a huge, diverse city like New York City? That's a different story. Let's dive into the numbers. Adults 18 and up with serious mental illness (SMI) in NYC h
In the vibrant city of Lagos, Nigeria, a significant number of women of childbearing age are well-versed in maternal healthcare services. A recent survey conducted between July 2022 and March 2023 brought to light some eye-opening insights. This survey of 453 women revealed that 99% of women were f
Platte County has not been able to implement a youth mental health fund. This fund was approved as a quarter-cent sales tax by voters. However, it was halted by commissioners in December. Months later, this decision remains contentious. A report was released from the Platte County Health De
Trump-affiliated company recently transferred shares that could be worth a lot of money to several directors. These directors include people who were supposed to serve in Trump administration. Kash Patel and Linda McMahon are among those who received shares. These people had been nominate
Around the world meteorology stations are providing an essential service. In the bustling area of Serang, the Station made the decision to step up their game. When the station looked at how they were providing data to their public, they noticed a gap between standards and reality. Many user
The concept might sound strange to you. However, those in the know call them “intermediaries. ” Individuals with expertise guiding folks toward community-centered fitness groups, providing help needed to get fit and build connections. Think of it as finding your way around fitness and social circles
Men in Africa often steer clear of healthcare services, leaving a big gap in our understanding of their health needs. This avoidance means we don't know much about their habits and health issues. We need to figure out how masculinity might be a big reason why men avoid healthcare.
In Malmö, a city in Sweden, the battle against diabetes has been a longstanding one. The city is known for its active lifestyle, but unfortunately does have a problem with diabetes, which is a condition that affects how the body turns food into energy. To recognize what people already knew
In Uganda, the journey of radiation therapy has been one with ups and downs. In the late 1980's, the first step was to introduce radiation treatment units. This was the start of something big in Uganda. These units were used to figure out the best radiation doses for patie
Imagine being taken captive and having to choose between your life and your beliefs. That was the tough reality for Agam Berger during her 482 days of captivity. Agam chose to follow her faith, refusing to eat non-kosher meat. She was abducted from her base on October 7. Agam's dedication
