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Jul 12 2025HEALTH

Haiti's Health System: A Story of Struggles and Strengths

Haiti's health system is facing a lot of problems. It's not just about having good ideas. It's also about making sure those ideas can actually work. This is a big challenge, but it's not impossible. With the right support and effort, things can improve. One of the main issues is the lack of resourc

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Jul 12 2025HEALTH

Building a Better Digital Hub for Young Cancer Fighters

Young people who beat cancer often find it tough to get the help they need online. Right now, the digital support out there is all over the place. It's like trying to find a needle in a haystack. A new idea is to bring everyone together to build a better online platform. This platform should be easy

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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

Ben Askren's Journey: From Critical Condition to Recovery

Ben Askren faced a tough time in late May 2025. He was very sick with pneumonia and needed a lung transplant. This was a big deal because he was on life support for a while. But he made it through and is now on the road to recovery. Askren shared a video on Instagram. It showed his friend Cody Croc

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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

Zika Virus: How It Attacks Pregnancy and What We Can Do

Zika virus is a big problem for pregnant women. It spreads through mosquito bites and can cause serious harm to unborn babies. The virus can cross the barrier between mother and baby, affecting the placenta. This is different from other viruses that spread through mosquitoes. The placenta is very i

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Jul 10 2025SCIENCE

A New Leader for Pulmonary Pharmacology & Therapeutics

Mario Cazzola has taken on a new role as an honorary editor for the journal Pulmonary Pharmacology & Therapeutics. This is a big deal because it means he gets to help shape the future of research in this field. But what does this really mean for the world of respiratory medicine? First, let's talk

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Jul 09 2025BUSINESS

A Local Hero's Struggle: Rebuilding After the Eaton Fire

Tony Banuelos, a well-known figure in Monrovia, is facing a tough road to recovery after the Eaton Fire destroyed his Altadena home. With his restaurant business slowing down and the challenges of rebuilding, he's finding strength in his community and family. The fire, which tore through the area s

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Jul 09 2025EDUCATION

Berkeley County Schools Boost Mental Health Help for Students

Berkeley County Schools are stepping up their game to support students' mental health. They've got big plans to make sure kids get the help they need. The district has a multi-year plan called the Continuous Improvement Cycle, running from 2021 to 2026. This plan includes creating a new alternative

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Jul 08 2025EDUCATION

Nina's Fight for an Education: A Community's Embrace and a School's Refusal

Nina, a 17-year-old with severe autism, is a familiar face in Newburyport, known for her outgoing personality and her service dog, Raja. She loves her daily outings with her mom, Sarah, whether it's cycling together or swimming at the YMCA. The community has welcomed Nina with open arms, but there's

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Jul 08 2025BUSINESS

Helping Workers Tackle Student Loans: What Employers Can Do

The past few years have been tough for people with student loans. The hope for widespread debt forgiveness is gone, and the break for those who defaulted on their loans ended in May. Now, the government is taking money from wages, tax refunds, and benefits of those in default. This could hurt millio

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Jul 07 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Standing Up for Cierra: A Call for Kindness Amidst the Storm

Cierra Ortega, a contestant on Love Island USA, faced a wave of criticism after an old social media post resurfaced. In the post, she used a racial slur that hurt many people, especially those in the Asian community. Fans of the show were quick to react, and Cierra's follower count dropped from near

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