A young girl vanished decades ago, leaving her family searching for answers. Jennifer Sophia Marteliz was just seven when she disappeared from Tampa in 1982. Now, at 50, she’s still missing—her face updated in age-progressed photos, but her fate unknown. Meanwhile, a father in Virginia made a split-
A 23-year-old woman, detained by immigration authorities, is facing severe health risks after being denied surgery she urgently needs. Officials arrested her just days before the planned procedure to remove an ovarian cyst. Since then, her condition has worsened, with visitors noting she’s in consta
In a state prison far from Chicago, a 74‑year‑old inmate’s eyes are fading because of a treatable disease that has been ignored for years. The man, who has spent more than thirty years behind bars, first noticed hazy vision in the early 2000s. Doctors later told him he had glaucoma, a condition that
A recent state investigation revealed serious lapses in care at a New Jersey group home, leading to the tragic death of a disabled woman. Stephanie Leiva, a 37-year-old with severe autism, fell from a second-story window in January 2025. The state found that the group home, run by Children’s Aid and
In Somalia, a big problem is growing. It's not just about the fighting or the weather. It's about diseases that many people have never heard of. These are called neglected tropical diseases, or NTDs for short. They affect over 1. 7 billion people around the world. In Somalia, they are a huge issue.
Incarceration can turn minor health issues into life-threatening situations. Across the U. S. , people in prisons, jails, and detention centers often face severe consequences due to delayed or ignored medical care. For instance, a broken arm in a Mississippi prison led to amputation, and a man in a
Federal Hill, once a sought-after neighborhood, is now facing a wave of concerns from its residents. Trash piles up, recycling bins overflow, and a homeless encampment has taken root behind the bustling Cross Street Market. Longtime resident Peter is among those voicing their frustrations, pointing
Growing up without emotional support can leave deep scars. Many people who faced neglect as kids struggle with their feelings and how they treat others as adults. This struggle can lead to serious problems like substance abuse and trauma-related stress. It can also make them more likely to hurt thei
Rachel Zegler, the star of "Snow White, " is making waves in London with her role as Eva Perón in a new production of "Evita. " The most talked-about moment of the show happens offstage. Halfway through the performance, Zegler steps onto a balcony outside the London Palladium and sings "Don't Cry
In the world of public health, predicting the spread of diseases is crucial. One method gaining traction is model-based geostatistics. This approach uses location data to estimate the prevalence of neglected tropical diseases, like trachoma, in developing regions. Trachoma is a big deal in these are
