Breanna Cutright, an 18-year-old from Clarksburg, West Virginia, found her purpose through Raze, an anti-tobacco program for youth. When federal funding cuts forced Raze to shut down, she felt lost. The program had given her opportunities, like meeting senators and advocating for tobacco-free school
In the wake of a tragic shooting involving National Guard troops in Washington, D. C. , the debate over who should handle the city's crime crisis has heated up. The incident, which left one soldier dead and another critically injured, has sparked a discussion about the role of Congress in addressing
Winter is here, and DC Comics is making it cozier with their new "Sweater Weather" covers. These aren't your typical holiday-themed covers. Instead, they focus on keeping warm during the long winter months. Some covers lean into the festive spirit, while others just embrace the chill. DC has a line
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services made a significant change recently. They picked Kirk Milhoan, a doctor who specializes in children's heart health, to lead a key group. This group gives advice to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines. The group is meeting soon t
Hepatitis B is a sneaky virus. It can hide in the body for years without showing any signs. This makes it dangerous because people might not even know they have it until it's too late. The virus can cause serious problems like liver failure and cancer. Babies are especially at risk. If they get infe
Vaccines have been a hot topic for years, especially when it comes to autism. Recently, a high-ranking health official suggested that vaccines might be linked to autism. This claim is not new, but it's important to look at the facts. Back in the late 1990s, a study by Andrew Wakefield claimed that
In the wake of a recent shooting near the White House, authorities in Washington, D. C. are considering a new strategy. They are thinking about having National Guard members work side by side with local police officers. This idea comes after a tragic event where two National Guard members were shot.
Winter is here, and so are the germs. While cold and flu viruses are the usual suspects, norovirus is also making its presence felt. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that norovirus cases are on the rise, with about 14% of recent lab tests coming back positive. This is dou
A tragic incident shook Washington, D. C. , as a gunman opened fire on two National Guard members. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, now faces first-degree murder charges after one of the victims, Sarah Beckstrom, succumbed to her injuries. Beckstrom, a 20-year-old Army specialist, was pronounced d
A man now accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D. C. , once fought in Afghanistan as part of a controversial paramilitary group. This group, known as a “Zero Unit, ” worked closely with the C. I. A. and was notorious for its harsh tactics. Human rights groups even labeled th
