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How one LA doctor is using AI to help homeless communities get medical care

Dr. Hochman utilizes innovative AI tools at Akido Labs to improve healthcare delivery for the unhoused population in Los Angeles.

Q&A with Lena Esmail, CEO of QuickMed

Lena Esmail integrates environmental health into QuickMed's model, focused on community health and societal well-being.

How one LA doctor is using AI to help homeless communities get medical care

Dr. Hochman utilizes innovative AI tools at Akido Labs to improve healthcare delivery for the unhoused population in Los Angeles.

Q&A with Lena Esmail, CEO of QuickMed

Lena Esmail integrates environmental health into QuickMed's model, focused on community health and societal well-being.
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'Deadly serious health hazard' as Sydenham bins 'not collected for six weeks'

Residents of Hillmore Grove are suffering from inadequate waste collection by Lewisham Council, leading to health hazards and distress among the community.
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Asphalt Green to Take Over Operations of Crown Heights Health Center

Asphalt Green is set to take over operations of the Major R. Owens Health and Wellness Community Center in Central Brooklyn, enhancing its commitment to community health.
#education

Bay Area lacks Black, Latino health care workers. $5M grant could help

Supporting representation in healthcare is vital for community trust and access.

LaGuardia Community College announces new major, academic department and expanded course offerings - LIC Post

LaGuardia Community College introduces new major in Facilities Management and establishes a Community Health and Wellness Department for the Fall 2024 semester.

Bay Area lacks Black, Latino health care workers. $5M grant could help

Supporting representation in healthcare is vital for community trust and access.

LaGuardia Community College announces new major, academic department and expanded course offerings - LIC Post

LaGuardia Community College introduces new major in Facilities Management and establishes a Community Health and Wellness Department for the Fall 2024 semester.
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#public-health

Reducing health inequities in the Mississippi Delta

Community-based health initiatives can play a vital role in addressing chronic disease and health inequities in marginalized populations.

Medical Students Provide Heart Disease Prevention to Underserved Chicago Communities - News Center

The KYHH program enhances cardiovascular health in underserved communities through risk assessments and education led by Feinberg medical students.

Elementary school closed as norovirus spreads in Santa Cruz County

Norovirus outbreak at Valencia Elementary led to school closure to prevent further spread.
Parents support the closure due to health concerns and low attendance.

In Hospitals, Affordable Housing Gets the Long-Term Investor It Needs

Affordable housing complex connected to healthcare
Health systems investing in affordable housing

Letters: West Nile virus

Eliminating standing water is vital to reduce mosquito breeding and prevent West Nile virus.

Public Health Finally Sees Incarceration as a Crisis. Abolition Is the Solution.

Investing in community health over carceral structures benefits public health.

Reducing health inequities in the Mississippi Delta

Community-based health initiatives can play a vital role in addressing chronic disease and health inequities in marginalized populations.

Medical Students Provide Heart Disease Prevention to Underserved Chicago Communities - News Center

The KYHH program enhances cardiovascular health in underserved communities through risk assessments and education led by Feinberg medical students.

Elementary school closed as norovirus spreads in Santa Cruz County

Norovirus outbreak at Valencia Elementary led to school closure to prevent further spread.
Parents support the closure due to health concerns and low attendance.

In Hospitals, Affordable Housing Gets the Long-Term Investor It Needs

Affordable housing complex connected to healthcare
Health systems investing in affordable housing

Letters: West Nile virus

Eliminating standing water is vital to reduce mosquito breeding and prevent West Nile virus.

Public Health Finally Sees Incarceration as a Crisis. Abolition Is the Solution.

Investing in community health over carceral structures benefits public health.
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Woman died after falling from flat balcony while clearing blocked drainpipe

Urgent action is needed from Hackney Council to prevent future deaths linked to residents clearing blocked drainpipes on their own.

Leisure centre set for major refurb with sauna and steam room on the way

Kings Hall Leisure Centre will undergo a major refurbishment to enhance its facilities and address structural issues.

Woman died after falling from flat balcony while clearing blocked drainpipe

Urgent action is needed from Hackney Council to prevent future deaths linked to residents clearing blocked drainpipes on their own.

Leisure centre set for major refurb with sauna and steam room on the way

Kings Hall Leisure Centre will undergo a major refurbishment to enhance its facilities and address structural issues.
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Good Samaritan warns of impacts from delays to hospital project

Delays in approving Good Samaritan's new hospital threaten local health care services in San Jose due to imminent seismic compliance deadlines.
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Brookdale Medical Center unveils new state-of-the art MRI system - Caribbean Life

The new MRI machine at Brookdale Medical Center significantly enhances local healthcare services with advanced imaging technology.

Editorial: Santa Clara County made the right move buying Regional - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's purchase of Regional Medical Center was a crucial response to dire health care needs in East San Jose.

Grenadian-born nurse practitioner to launch groundbreaking healthcare initiative in Brooklyn - Caribbean Life

Dr. Denise Romney launching healthcare initiative in Brooklyn
Eastern Circle, Inc. focused on health education and empowerment

Two person race for seat on Sequoia Healthcare District board

The Sequoia Healthcare District has an open board seat, with Jo-Ann Byrne Sockolov and Cama Garcia Lock as candidates.

Brookdale Medical Center unveils new state-of-the art MRI system - Caribbean Life

The new MRI machine at Brookdale Medical Center significantly enhances local healthcare services with advanced imaging technology.

Editorial: Santa Clara County made the right move buying Regional - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's purchase of Regional Medical Center was a crucial response to dire health care needs in East San Jose.

Grenadian-born nurse practitioner to launch groundbreaking healthcare initiative in Brooklyn - Caribbean Life

Dr. Denise Romney launching healthcare initiative in Brooklyn
Eastern Circle, Inc. focused on health education and empowerment

Two person race for seat on Sequoia Healthcare District board

The Sequoia Healthcare District has an open board seat, with Jo-Ann Byrne Sockolov and Cama Garcia Lock as candidates.
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Taoiseach to establish taskforce to push reopening of Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk

The reopening of the Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk is crucial for community health and tourism, with government support pledged.
#oakland

Kamala Harris gives Oakland $2M for violence prevention coaches

The Biden-Harris administration is boosting Oakland's violence prevention efforts with a $2 million grant to hire additional life coaches.

Oakland nonprofit working with bars to provide life-saving Narcan and fentanyl test strips

The Legionnaire Saloon in Oakland is actively combating the overdose crisis by providing naloxone and fentanyl test strips to the community.

Kamala Harris gives Oakland $2M for violence prevention coaches

The Biden-Harris administration is boosting Oakland's violence prevention efforts with a $2 million grant to hire additional life coaches.

Oakland nonprofit working with bars to provide life-saving Narcan and fentanyl test strips

The Legionnaire Saloon in Oakland is actively combating the overdose crisis by providing naloxone and fentanyl test strips to the community.
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#air-quality

$10M in safety upgrades for Memorial Sloan Kettering construction - that could expose kids to asbestos - won't curb air toxins: parents

MSK's construction project raises health concerns among parents, who believe the hospital's investments are inadequate for protecting local children from toxins.

City Reverses Course and Bans More Idling Near Schools and Parks - Streetsblog New York City

New idling rule nearly doubles area affected near schools and parks, responding to advocates' feedback.

Mums launch legal action against council over toxic fires

Arnolds Field's repeated fires highlight serious air quality concerns in Rainham, prompting legal action for potential contamination cleanup and recognition of clean air as a human right.

Public health, wellbeing on Berkeley's ballot this November

Measure HH aims to improve indoor air quality in Berkeley's city buildings but faces opposition due to cost concerns.

$10M in safety upgrades for Memorial Sloan Kettering construction - that could expose kids to asbestos - won't curb air toxins: parents

MSK's construction project raises health concerns among parents, who believe the hospital's investments are inadequate for protecting local children from toxins.

City Reverses Course and Bans More Idling Near Schools and Parks - Streetsblog New York City

New idling rule nearly doubles area affected near schools and parks, responding to advocates' feedback.

Mums launch legal action against council over toxic fires

Arnolds Field's repeated fires highlight serious air quality concerns in Rainham, prompting legal action for potential contamination cleanup and recognition of clean air as a human right.

Public health, wellbeing on Berkeley's ballot this November

Measure HH aims to improve indoor air quality in Berkeley's city buildings but faces opposition due to cost concerns.
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GPs told how to speed up life-saving treatment for sepsis patients

The new guidelines stress the importance of early sepsis recognition by GPs to prevent deaths, especially noting that many cases arise in the community.

7 Ways to Help Make Your Yoga Studio More Size Inclusive

Yoga studios must actively address and embrace size inclusivity to ensure all individuals feel welcome and represented in their practice.

New funding aims to bolster Brooklyn Hospital's emergency center

The Brooklyn Hospital Center is receiving new state funding to improve its emergency services due to significant patient demand.
#brooklyn

Enhanced Birthing Services Coming to Coney Island

A new $18.5 million women's health program at NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health aims to improve maternal care for at-risk communities.

Maimonides Health honors two leaders during Hispanic Heritage Month celebration

Maimonides Health's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month emphasizes collaboration with local organizations to enhance health care accessibility for the Hispanic community.

Enhanced Birthing Services Coming to Coney Island

A new $18.5 million women's health program at NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health aims to improve maternal care for at-risk communities.

Maimonides Health honors two leaders during Hispanic Heritage Month celebration

Maimonides Health's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month emphasizes collaboration with local organizations to enhance health care accessibility for the Hispanic community.
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#cardiac-arrest

'I had a cardiac arrest on the top deck of a bus - these people saved my life'

A mother's quick action and CPR skills saved Joshua's life after he collapsed on a bus.

'If it wasn't for their help I would be dead'

The timely use of defibrillators can significantly improve survival rates in cardiac arrests, as demonstrated by Paul White's experience.

'I had a cardiac arrest on the top deck of a bus - these people saved my life'

A mother's quick action and CPR skills saved Joshua's life after he collapsed on a bus.

'If it wasn't for their help I would be dead'

The timely use of defibrillators can significantly improve survival rates in cardiac arrests, as demonstrated by Paul White's experience.
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#health-disparities

NYU Langone Family Health Centers Host Breast Cancer Awareness Event in Brooklyn

Community awareness and education are vital in the fight against breast cancer, emphasizing early detection and accessible resources.

Mother Cabrini Awards $172M in Grants to Advance Health Equity

The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation awarded 514 grants totaling $172 million to support nonprofits addressing community health needs and disparities.
The foundation refined its grantmaking strategy to focus on five core program areas: access to healthcare, basic needs, healthcare workforce, mental and behavioral health, and a general fund.

NYU Langone Family Health Centers Host Breast Cancer Awareness Event in Brooklyn

Community awareness and education are vital in the fight against breast cancer, emphasizing early detection and accessible resources.

Mother Cabrini Awards $172M in Grants to Advance Health Equity

The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation awarded 514 grants totaling $172 million to support nonprofits addressing community health needs and disparities.
The foundation refined its grantmaking strategy to focus on five core program areas: access to healthcare, basic needs, healthcare workforce, mental and behavioral health, and a general fund.
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What is Prop 4? $10 billion bond pays for long list of CA climate change projects

Residents in Moss Landing distrust their tap water, highlighting the broader issue of unsafe drinking water in California.
#city-council

Friday's Headlines: Greening Medians Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The new legislation aims to green urban medians, improving air quality and community health in disadvantaged neighborhoods across the city.

City-owned land will be repurposed to add 5 new parks in Austin - Austin Monitor

Austin is adding five new parks to address park deficiency and enhance community green space.
City Council aims to improve accessibility to parks and promote public recreation.

Friday's Headlines: Greening Medians Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The new legislation aims to green urban medians, improving air quality and community health in disadvantaged neighborhoods across the city.

City-owned land will be repurposed to add 5 new parks in Austin - Austin Monitor

Austin is adding five new parks to address park deficiency and enhance community green space.
City Council aims to improve accessibility to parks and promote public recreation.
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New Marie Equi Day Center Offers Unhoused LGBTQ+ Portlanders Respite, Resources, and Hope

Portland is opening its first day center dedicated to providing safe, supportive spaces for unhoused queer and trans individuals.

Going to CicLAvia this weekend? 10 spots to eat or drink along the route

CicLAvia encourages healthy transportation alternatives by closing streets to cars, allowing community exploration and celebration.

Norwood Hospital and its four clinics are next on the Steward chopping block

The state is looking for a new operator to take over the stalled Norwood Hospital construction and assist with healthcare needs.
#urban-planning

'I fear for my mother's safety after low traffic zone made her street a rat run'

The implementation of low traffic neighbourhoods has inadvertently increased danger and accidents in nearby residential areas.

marazzi architetti's bosco dello sport complex in venice alludes to DNA anatomy

The Bosco dello Sport in Venice aims to blend competitive sports with community engagement and environmental awareness over 115 hectares of green space.

'I fear for my mother's safety after low traffic zone made her street a rat run'

The implementation of low traffic neighbourhoods has inadvertently increased danger and accidents in nearby residential areas.

marazzi architetti's bosco dello sport complex in venice alludes to DNA anatomy

The Bosco dello Sport in Venice aims to blend competitive sports with community engagement and environmental awareness over 115 hectares of green space.
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The new health centre which 'will be huge asset for years to come'

The Beam Park Health Centre aims to improve local health services and address health inequalities as part of the Beam Park regeneration initiative.
#harm-reduction

Ex-mayors, advocates slam safe drug consumption site closures as policy failure | CBC News

Former mayors and advocates urge the government to maintain Toronto's safe consumption sites, vital for community safety amidst the overdose crisis.

Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan opioid overdose reversal drug instead of news

Framingham offers free Narcan training to enhance the accessibility of naloxone for drug overdose emergencies. The program aims to save lives by reducing stigma.

Ex-mayors, advocates slam safe drug consumption site closures as policy failure | CBC News

Former mayors and advocates urge the government to maintain Toronto's safe consumption sites, vital for community safety amidst the overdose crisis.

Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan opioid overdose reversal drug instead of news

Framingham offers free Narcan training to enhance the accessibility of naloxone for drug overdose emergencies. The program aims to save lives by reducing stigma.
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#california

Bill separating new California warehouses from neighborhoods signed into law

California enacts AB 98, mandating standards for warehouse proximity to vulnerable spaces, balancing logistics development with community health and safety.

The California Towns Where Clean Drinking Water is Out of Reach | KQED

California faces a significant challenge in ensuring equitable access to safe drinking water for low-income communities of color.

Gavin Newsom signs controversial bill regulating California warehouse development

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill to set standards for warehouse development, aiming to protect health and housing for nearby residents.

Bill separating new California warehouses from neighborhoods signed into law

California enacts AB 98, mandating standards for warehouse proximity to vulnerable spaces, balancing logistics development with community health and safety.

The California Towns Where Clean Drinking Water is Out of Reach | KQED

California faces a significant challenge in ensuring equitable access to safe drinking water for low-income communities of color.

Gavin Newsom signs controversial bill regulating California warehouse development

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill to set standards for warehouse development, aiming to protect health and housing for nearby residents.
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Anchor Institution Strategies in Hospitals: Reflections on the Past Two Decades - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Anchor institutions like hospitals have significant economic and social responsibilities to their local communities.

The Centre for Combined Health / Sarah Lake Architects

The Centre for Combined Health provides crucial health services in Bairnsdale, addressing community mental and physical health needs.

Free ASPCA clinic opens for pets in Queens

The new ASPCA Community Veterinary Clinic in Queens offers free healthcare services to underserved pet owners, addressing a critical need in NYC.

Campbell mayor's annual address touts environmental goals - San Jose Spotlight

Mayor Landry emphasized environmental sustainability and long-term planning in Campbell's State of the City address.

Downham Leisure Centre reopens after 400,000 refurbishment

Downham Leisure Centre has reopened after a £400,000 refurbishment, featuring modern gym equipment and improved facilities.
The refurbishment aims to provide an exceptional workout environment for the local community.

Labradoodle falls seriously ill after 'ingesting cocaine and cannabis' in Wicklow

Dog exposed to THC and cocaine highlights urgent need for local authorities to address drug hazards near Bray Head area.

Pool and sauna reopens six months after roof safety concerns

Harrow Leisure Centre reopens after six months of safety repairs, emphasizing community health and safety. Facilities are back for public use.

Bolinas Beach closed indefinitely after human waste found seeping from cliffs

Human waste leakage has closed Bolinas Beach, raising community health concerns.

At this food bank, you can get produce, test your blood sugar and get a specialist referral | CBC Radio

The Toronto Community Housing food bank connects residents with essential health care services, addressing both hunger and healthcare needs simultaneously.
#environmental-impact

Elon Musk's Huge AI Supercomputer Visibly Spewing Fumes Into Surrounding Community

Elon Musk's AI facility in Memphis is contributing to severe air pollution issues, exacerbating health risks in an already vulnerable community.

Why a bill to regulate California warehouse development is generating sweeping opposition

Industrial development in Bloomington disrupts rural life, causing health issues for residents like Xochitl Pedraza.

Elon Musk's Huge AI Supercomputer Visibly Spewing Fumes Into Surrounding Community

Elon Musk's AI facility in Memphis is contributing to severe air pollution issues, exacerbating health risks in an already vulnerable community.

Why a bill to regulate California warehouse development is generating sweeping opposition

Industrial development in Bloomington disrupts rural life, causing health issues for residents like Xochitl Pedraza.
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HIV supply airdrops in Kenya may save thousands of lives - LGBTQ Nation

Elton John AIDS Foundation partners with Zipline to improve HIV care and medication access in Kenya via rapid delivery systems.

The programme tackling health inequality after Covid crisis

The Brent Health Matters project has successfully addressed health inequalities by providing community-accessible health checks inspired by lessons learned during the Covid pandemic.

Volunteer ambulance organization, BRAVO, turns 50

BRAVO has served Bay Ridge for 50 years, responding to critical community needs for emergency medical services since 1974.
#public-safety

'The Fifth Branch' follows the burgeoning world of alternative crisis response teams

Alternative crisis response programs are emerging in response to police violence against individuals in mental health crises.
Unarmed response teams report a 99% safety rate after handling 15,000 calls in Durham, NC.

Authorities Investigate Suspicious Death of Injured Man in Bed-Stuy

A man was found dead with injuries in Bed-Stuy, highlighting issues of safety in supportive housing communities.

Project to bring additional suicide prevention fencing to Staten Island bridge nears completion

Community-driven initiative for suicide prevention fencing on Bayonne Bridge reflects urgent public safety needs amid rising concerns of mental health.

'The Fifth Branch' follows the burgeoning world of alternative crisis response teams

Alternative crisis response programs are emerging in response to police violence against individuals in mental health crises.
Unarmed response teams report a 99% safety rate after handling 15,000 calls in Durham, NC.

Authorities Investigate Suspicious Death of Injured Man in Bed-Stuy

A man was found dead with injuries in Bed-Stuy, highlighting issues of safety in supportive housing communities.

Project to bring additional suicide prevention fencing to Staten Island bridge nears completion

Community-driven initiative for suicide prevention fencing on Bayonne Bridge reflects urgent public safety needs amid rising concerns of mental health.
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Family Health Centers receive $600k grant to expand anti-overdose education programs in Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper

The Sunset Park Health Council received $600,000 to expand its anti-overdose education program, focusing on opioid prevention in schools.

These Historic Community Baths In Hackney Are Perfect For A Revitalising Sauna Session Or Cold Plunge

Affordable health benefits from spa experiences can enhance relaxation and community engagement.

'I wouldn't be here': Ontario supervised consumption site users speak out on closures | CBC News

The closure of supervised consumption sites in Ontario may severely harm those with opioid addictions, raising fears among users and advocates.

Give blood at these Brooklyn and Manhattan locations to prevent Labor Day shortage * Brooklyn Paper

The New York Blood Center urges blood donations during Labor Day weekend when collections are typically low, incentivizing with a gift card sweepstakes.
#healthcare-access

Independent pharmacies say they're being squeezed by shadowy middlemen tied to big health chains

Independent pharmacists face existential threats from pharmacy benefit managers that steer patients away and impose high fees, jeopardizing community healthcare.

Three Medical Students Named Chicago Area Schweitzer Fellows - News Center

Three Feinberg medical students named 2024-2025 Chicago Area Schweitzer Fellows, focusing on community health projects for underserved Chicago communities.

Independent pharmacies say they're being squeezed by shadowy middlemen tied to big health chains

Independent pharmacists face existential threats from pharmacy benefit managers that steer patients away and impose high fees, jeopardizing community healthcare.

Three Medical Students Named Chicago Area Schweitzer Fellows - News Center

Three Feinberg medical students named 2024-2025 Chicago Area Schweitzer Fellows, focusing on community health projects for underserved Chicago communities.
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A Small Town Gets an Uncomfortable Spotlight After the Boar's Head Recall

The Boar's Head deli meat plant is crucial for Jarratt's economy, with recent health issues threatening jobs and community stability.

Barbers to test blood pressure to fight inequality

Barber shops in south London offer free blood pressure tests to address undiagnosed hypertension among black and Asian men.

Why America's healthcare system needs more pharmacies

Pharmacies serve as essential components of America's healthcare system, providing access to care and advice that many Americans need.
Despite challenges, there is a strong public preference for in-person pharmacy services over traditional healthcare visits.

County supervisors hold hearing on chronic fatigue syndrome

Santa Clara County is addressing chronic fatigue syndrome and its relationship to long COVID in a special hearing.

The wells are salty': how the invading ocean is contaminating Vanuatu's water

Rising sea levels in Vanuatu are contaminating freshwater sources with saltwater, threatening community health.
Saltwater intrusion is a significant environmental concern affecting drinking water quality in Vanuatu.

Health Officials: Feral Cat in Cedarhurst Tests Positive For Rabies

Residents urged to avoid contact with feral animals and ensure pet vaccinations to prevent rabies spread.

Budding health professional killed in NYC wreck by driver fleeing traffic stop: police

Tragic incident took the life of a promising health professional in Brooklyn due to a drunk driver fleeing cops.

Laketran To Participate In Upcoming National Bike To Work Day - Busline News

Encouraging biking as an alternative commuting method for environmental and health benefits.

44 percent: Black doctors and healthcare, Little Haiti Book Festival and Brittney Griner

Black people face biases in healthcare system, including distrust and challenges in finding Black doctors.

Luton London Marathon entrants raising cash for cancer charity

Running club raises funds for charity and promotes community health and well-being.

How the anti-vaccine movement pits parental rights against public health

Foster parents in Tennessee face obstacles in getting routine childhood vaccinations for children in their care
Tennessee's law requiring direct consent for routine childhood vaccinations from birth parents creates hurdles for caregivers and raises concerns about children's health and community well-being.

Breakfast links: Amtrak adds more DC to NYC trains

Tamara Saltman values well-functioning cities for happier and healthier communities.
She has degrees in environmental sciences and clinical social work.

Control the narrative': how an Alabama utility wields influence by financing news

Residents of Uniontown, Alabama, a majority-Black community, have been complaining of the negative health impacts and environmental pollution caused by a landfill that takes in waste from coal-burning power plants.
The Birmingham Times, a historic African American newspaper, and the online-only Alabama News Center have failed to report on the issues related to coal ash in Uniontown, despite their financial ties to Alabama Power, the main subject of those stories.

She's Fighting to Save America's Last Best Place' From Suicide

Montanan Ali Mullen distributes gun locks to combat high suicide rates, emphasizing the prevalence of self-inflicted gun deaths over other forms of gun violence.

NHS trust chief executive presented with OBE at Windsor Castle

Lorraine Sunduza, CEO of East London NHS Foundation Trust, was presented with an OBE for her contributions to mental and community health by Princess Anne.

In Baltimore, nurses go door-to-door to bring primary care to the whole neighborhood

A new program called Neighborhood Nursing aims to provide convenient health checks to residents in the community, potentially preventing health crises.
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