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fromsilive
19 hours ago

Dr. Joseph Basile named vice president and deputy hospital president at SIUH

Dr. Basile is the kind of leader who inspires confidence. He has shown exceptional leadership, vision and an unwavering commitment to this hospital and the community it serves.
Healthcare
#mrsa
fromCornell Chronicle
5 days ago

First-year medical students celebrate their new white coats | Cornell Chronicle

Jennifer Weiss's journey into medicine was inspired by early experiences with emergency medical services during her father's health crisis.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
5 days ago

Oakland's Argent Materials reaches a settlement with Bay Area air district over pollution violations

Settlement reached to resolve air quality violations by Argent Materials, requiring monitoring systems and commitment to community health.
Health
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Mobile skin cancer screening clinic stops in Toronto this weekend | CBC News

Mole Mobile provides convenient skin cancer screenings without appointments to combat long wait times for dermatologists.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Good Morning, News: Israel Prepares to Occupy Gaza City... More, President Trump Paved Over the Rose Garden, and the Summer's Hottest Scams!

Development of community support agencies for mental health, police response, and scrutiny of local governmental processes in Portland are critical issues.
Public health
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

San Mateo County navigates immigrant fears as it attempts to improve water issues

Pescadero officials encourage residents to report unsafe drinking water while assuring confidentiality regarding immigration status.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

San Mateo County navigates immigrant fears as it attempts to improve water issues

County officials urge Pescadero residents to report unsafe drinking water and emphasize that reporting can be done confidentially without questions about immigration status.
Public health
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Loneliness is a global health threat and a political failure

Social disconnection significantly impacts health, wellbeing, and community cohesion, calling for immediate action to address its growing prevalence.
#fitness
#nhs
fromNews Center
1 month ago

Building the Future of Health Equity - News Center

"The asset of health is among the few, if not only, luxuries we enjoy in life. With access to better health and especially effective healthcare, we can manage life well and provide for ourselves, our families and our communities."
Public health
#health-services
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Brooklyn senior center provided community and care. Now, it's shut amid a lease dispute.

The Brooklyn senior center closed due to a lease dispute, impacting vital services for seniors.
Renovation
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

'I Have Real Fears': Bronx Community Members Blast Proposal to Add More Road to Cross Bronx Expressway

Bronx residents oppose a proposed mile-long bridge extension to the Cross Bronx Expressway, citing safety and health concerns.
fromwww.newhamrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

'Savage' gun and machete gang war 'cost businesses millions in Essex city'

Violent disorder has severely impacted Southend businesses, leading to closures and job losses.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

California Waste Solutions, a key FBI target, loses land deal at former Army Base

California Waste Solutions has been involved in ongoing discussions with Oakland city leaders since the late 2000s to relocate its recycling operations to the former Oakland Army Base.
California
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

City to Move Brooklyn Concrete Recycling Facility

Concrete recycling facility in Columbia Street Waterfront District will close by the end of the year for health concerns and to progress Brooklyn Marine Terminal project.
Public health
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Teen fatally stabbed last weekend remembered as kind, hardworking person | CBC News

A 14-year-old boy, Abdoul Aziz Sarr, was fatally stabbed in Scarborough, remembered as a kind teenager with great potential.
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

The biggest new London park since 2012 has opened in the southwest

Springfield Park, covering 32 acres, is the largest park to open in London since the 2012 Olympics, transforming previously underused NHS land into a green space.
London
fromTruthout
1 month ago

New Report Documents Racist Rot at the Core of the Petrochemical Industry

The petrochemical industry perpetuates environmental racism and stark racial disparities within its workforce.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Have your say on pharmacy service as research shows 'ever increasing' demand

Haringey Council seeks community feedback on pharmacy locations and services to inform a local pharmaceutical needs assessment.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Award for school which has almost eliminated cars dropping off outside

Churchfields Junior School won an award for reducing car usage by promoting walking, cycling, and scooting among students.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: Trump priorities clear: Derail medical and scientific research, invade MacArthur Park

The government's current priorities favor increased immigration enforcement over public health and safety resources.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Community Is Medicine That Heals

Health thrives when people feel supported and part of something bigger. Community-focused wellness blends movement, nutrition, connection, and mindfulness.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Public parks offer value that privately developed spaces can't match | Letter

Green-space managers would gladly deliver more parks that integrate children's play with adult socialising, but to do this they need funding not just to develop these spaces but, critically, to maintain their quality long-term.
London
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Brentwood breaks ground to kickstart construction of Sand Creek Sports Complex

The Sand Creek Sports Complex underscores Brentwood's ongoing commitment to community health, youth athletics, and an enhanced quality of life for all residents.
Renovation
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Starmer outlines plan to shift NHS care from hospitals to new health centres

The NHS will shift a huge amount of care from hospitals into new community health centres to bring treatment closer to people's homes and cut waiting times.
Public health
#homelessness
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

Should each SF district be required to have a homeless shelter? Here's a new proposal

A new legislation proposal in San Francisco aims to spread homelessness services by mandating each district build at least one shelter by 2026.
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
1 month ago

No more births for now at borough's only maternity unit

Barking Birth Centre is temporarily halting births to allocate resources to Newham Hospital's maternity unit, requiring local mothers to travel.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
1 month ago

States That Have Banned Abortion Are Now Criminalizing Midwives

Texas midwife Maria's arrest highlights historical biases against midwives and raises concerns about community health provider protections after Roe's repeal.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Maimonides Cancer Center celebrates 20 years of world-class cancer care in Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper

Maimonides Cancer Center has provided Brooklyn with world-class cancer care for two decades, fulfilling a critical need for accessible treatment within the community.
Brooklyn
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: On National Highway Day, Lady Bird Johnson's Legacy Beckons Us to Stop the Cross Bronx Expansion

"Despite decades of harm, the Department of Transportation is pushing a plan to widen the Cross Bronx by adding another highway structure over the Bronx River and Starlight Park."
NYC politics
fromDeadline
1 month ago

Caesars Palace Pledges $5 Million To Support LGBTQ+ Health Center If Times Square Casino Approved

Caesars Palace Times Square announced a $5 million commitment to support the Callen-Lorde Community Health Center if their casino bid in Times Square is accepted.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Fearing Ice raids, some LA residents skip doctor's visits: Everybody's life is on pause'

Fear of ICE raids is significantly disrupting healthcare access for immigrants in Los Angeles.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Innovative parks aren't just bold urban design-they lower the temperature in cities

Urban parks significantly benefit community health and offer essential cooling effects, which are crucial as urban areas face rising heat levels.
#healthcare
fromKqed
1 month ago
Healthcare

A California County May Lose Its Only Hospital in a Dispute Over Roads | KQED

fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
Upper West Side

Northwell Greenwich Village Hospital to bring in-patient facility, upgraded cardiac care to the West Village | amNewYork

Northwell Greenwich Village Hospital enhances health care access in Manhattan's West Village, filling a long-standing gap in local services.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago
Healthcare

Months from closure, Calif.'s only island hospital receives lifeline

Catalina Island Hospital receives $3 million in crucial funding to maintain operations, highlighting its vital role for residents and tourists.
fromKqed
1 month ago
Healthcare

A California County May Lose Its Only Hospital in a Dispute Over Roads | KQED

Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Health clinics that service immigrants are making house calls on patients too afraid to leave home

St. John's Community Health addresses healthcare access issues for undocumented immigrants fearing deportation by providing home visitation services.
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
Upper West Side

Northwell Greenwich Village Hospital to bring in-patient facility, upgraded cardiac care to the West Village | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

New York State investing $1B plus in Downstate hospital | amNewYork

Governor Kathy Hochul announces a $1 billion investment in SUNY Downstate Hospital to enhance healthcare services in Central Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromlicpost.com
2 months ago

Lawmakers call for Green Asphalt closure amid air quality concerns in Queens and Brooklyn

Local lawmakers call for Green Asphalt plant suspension due to worsening air pollution impacting nearby communities.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

The F-35 stealth fighter just got another noise complaint

Funding for F-35 noise mitigation has been denied despite health complaints from communities affected by jet noise pollution.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Brooklyn Health Center Offers Immediate Access to LGBTQ+ Care

Callen-Lorde Community Health Center expands services by offering same-day appointments for LGBTQ+ individuals to enhance access to healthcare.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Anishnawbe Health Toronto celebrates grand opening of new Indigenous health centre | CBC News

What we do offer here are both Western health care practices as well as traditional health care practices. The main purpose of all of that is... vital to their health and well-being.
Toronto startup
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

'We've touched a lot of lives': Bed-Stuy Volunteer Ambulance Corps prepares to celebrate 37 years of service * Brooklyn Paper

BSVAC significantly reduced ambulance response times in Bed-Stuy from over 30 minutes to under 4 minutes through community volunteer efforts.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

NJ's Plan to Widen the Turnpike Can Really Break Your Heart - Streetsblog New York City

The $11-billion expansion of the New Jersey Turnpike primarily benefits developers and unions while negatively impacting already vulnerable communities with increased traffic and pollution.
NYC politics
fromKqed
2 months ago

What's New at This Year's Bay Area Book Festival | KQED

The festival aims to connect art with health, showcasing authors like Viet Thanh Nguyen and Roxane Gay while facilitating tough conversations and celebrating joyous moments in literature.
Portland food
fromwww.montereyherald.com
2 months ago

Website with new interface provides testing results from Moss Landing battery plant

A public data dashboard is now available for monitoring environmental tests in Monterey County after the Moss Landing battery plant fire.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Monday Morning Headlines: Victim In Fisherman's Wharf Shooting ID'd

The shooting victim near Fisherman's Wharf was identified as Chalay Saelee, while the suspect, Abraham Torres, has turned himself in.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 months ago

The 2025 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon: Your guide to road closures, runners, and more * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Half Marathon has evolved from a small event in 1981 to one of the largest half marathons in the United States.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

Bay Area hospital's lullaby program improving birthing outcomes, bonding moms and babies

The Lullaby Project empowers expectant mothers to create personalized lullabies, fostering maternal bonds and healthier pregnancies.
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
3 months ago

Leisure centre reopens with new gym and soft play area

Edmonton Leisure Centre's grand reopening enhances community health and fitness with modern facilities and a commitment to ongoing improvements.
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Dr. Oz Pops Into SF's Mission District, Visits Senior Care Facility and Actually Says Nice Things About It

What I witnessed here is a true miracle...they take you into a community that's all-inclusive.
San Francisco
fromCornell Chronicle
3 months ago

Tashara M. Leak receives NYS Senate Women of Distinction award | Cornell Chronicle

"A lot of my work is about increasing access to healthy food, in New York City and in upstate New York," Leak said. "I mostly work with adolescents, who are change agents in low-resource households. Often these adolescents are 'adultified' and drive household food choices."
Women in technology
Mission District
fromKqed
3 months ago

Tenderloin Welcomes Mental Health Clinic, Demands Broader City Action on Homelessness | KQED

A new behavioral health center in San Francisco aims to treat unhoused individuals experiencing crises and redistribute mental health services more evenly across neighborhoods.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Community comes together for well-being day

Community health event in Grimsby promotes mental well-being and public safety through creativity and connection.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 months ago

Blockbuster pharmacy lines at last Walgreens in the Mission

Walgreens closures in the Mission have caused significant increases in wait times, prompting community calls for better pharmacy options.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

After the Eaton fire, Altadena dirt was sent to Tujunga. Then came the backlash

Residents in Tujunga are concerned about health risks from dumped storm sediment containing unsafe contaminants, clashing with county officials who assure the soil is safe.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 months ago

Cancer Support Community's Lafayette expansion reflects a different approach to recovery care

Dexter Louie transitioned from a cancer surgeon to a patient, highlighting the importance of community support during his battle with multiple myeloma.
Cancer
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Cancer Support Community's Lafayette expansion reflects a different approach to recovery care

Dexter Louie finds healing through community while supporting fellow cancer survivors after his diagnosis.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 months ago

Map shows where S.F. law would restrict new homeless shelters

San Francisco supervisors propose legislation to distribute homeless shelters evenly across the city by 2026, addressing geographic inequity.
fromBronx Times
3 months ago

In celebration of Arbor Day, Hochul awards nearly $1M for Bronx reforestation projects - Bronx Times

New York announced $15 million for urban reforestation to improve air quality and reduce heat in vulnerable neighborhoods.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

SF Pride reveals grand marshals for 2025 parade

Ford expressed gratitude towards the San Francisco Community Health Center, stating that it has been pivotal for the LGBTQ and trans community, emphasizing the significant contributions of this organization.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

South Londoners roll up their sleeves to save lives

Brixton's new blood donor center has saved approximately 11,000 lives by collecting over 3,000 blood units in three months.
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago

What's cooking in that one pot? For these Miami moms, it's a new food world

"What we're trying to do is get people to love this food, show them how to make it so they eat it for the long run," said longevity expert Dan Buettner.
Everyday cooking
fromNews Center
4 months ago

IPHAM Public Health Summit Celebrates Advocacy and Community - News Center

The annual Public Health Summit at Northwestern University brings together leaders to celebrate and discuss the future of academic public health.
fromCity Limits
4 months ago

Opinion: The Air We Can't Afford-New York Needs Cap-and-Invest

Environmental injustice contributes to severe health issues in marginalized communities, exacerbated by economic constraints.
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