The World Trade Center Health Program got a lifeline. The program's boss, Dr. John Howard, was brought back after a big fuss. This program is crucial for the 9/11 first responders and survivors. It helps them get the medical care they need. Without it, many would struggle to get treatment for th
Europe is a mix of countries. Some are rich, others not so much. This mix shows up in how kids get dental care. Dental problems in kids are a big deal. They can cause pain, trouble eating, and even affect how kids learn. So, it's important to fix these issues early. In some places, like Denmark
In the occupied Palestinian territories, a significant number of women face intimate partner violence, a common form of domestic violence (DV). This issue is not just a personal tragedy but a serious public health concern that affects the well-being of women and their families. It is a violation of
A young man from El Salvador is stuck in a tough spot. Kilmar Abrego Garcia, 29, was sent back to his home country by mistake. He was living and working in Maryland, USA. He had a permit to be there. He even had a job as a sheet metal apprentice. But now, he's in a prison in El Salvador. This is a p
The Iranian rial has hit a new low, with one U. S. dollar now worth over a million rials. This drop happened as the country returned to work after a holiday. The exchange rate had already been falling during the Persian New Year, but it fell even further when trading resumed. In Tehran, some traders
Two big government groups are teaming up to enforce new rules about transgender athletes. The Justice Department and the Department of Education are creating a special team. This team will focus on making sure that transgender women don't compete in women's sports or use women's restrooms. The reaso
In Taiwan, a smart training method was tested. This method aimed to boost nurses' know-how on a special kind of wound care. The focus was on negative-pressure wound therapy, often shortened to NPWT. This therapy uses a vacuum to help heal wounds faster. It is often used after surgery. The training
Mixed methods research is a hot topic these days. It blends qualitative and quantitative approaches to tackle complex issues. This blend has become a favorite in program evaluation. Yet, there's a big question mark hanging over it. How well does it generalize findings? Generalization is a key c
The Trump administration's move to review $9 billion in federal contracts and grants with Harvard has sparked a wave of anxiety and action among the university's faculty. The concern is that Harvard might bend to the administration's demands, which include banning diversity initiatives, restricting
A recent health inspection roundup revealed a mix of stellar and shocking results. While many restaurants aced their inspections, a few notable spots faced significant issues. Saigon Tapioca, a Vietnamese eatery, found itself in hot water after a series of inspections. The first inspection on Mar
