Imagine walking into an emergency room and finding it overcrowded, not because of physical injuries, but due to mental health crises. That's been a common sight in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. But there's hope on the horizon. Governor McMaster has proposed a budget that includes $2 million for
Between 2005 and 2019, the number of neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) in the U. S. grew by 10%, with NICU beds increasing by 30%. While this expansion aims to provide better care, it also raises concerns about unnecessary intensive care admissions. Research shows that when a new NICU opens in a
Imagine a giant magnet helping to clean wastewater from farms. A team of scientists crafted a clever system using magnets to tackle a big problem: wastewater loaded with antibiotics. The system they designed, called the MC-IFAS, uses magnets to boost the cleaning power of tiny living things in the w
Imagine a world where every night, kids sleep safe from malaria under special insect-killing nets. That's what Uganda wants, but these nets wear out fast, leaving gaps in protection. A recent study in Western Uganda tried something new. They trained local health workers to give out these nets, calle
Ever wondered what it's like to live a life dedicated to unity and giving? Let's take a peek into the world of the Focolare Movement. This worldwide community, rooted in the Catholic Church, encourages its members to live simple lives, focusing on love and togetherness. They take vows of chastity, p
Imagine trying to predict how many people have COVID-19 by looking at their wastewater. Sounds a bit strange, right? But that's exactly what scientists did in Italy's Veneto region during the pandemic. They checked for tiny bits of the virus's genetic material (RNA) in wastewater and compared it wit
When the state of New Jersey issued new guidance to schools on handling immigration officers, reactions from immigrant activists were mixed. The guidelines came in response to Trump's administration lifting protections for undocumented immigrants in sensitive locations like schools. Amy Torres, head
In the aftermath of a shocking tragedy, UnitedHealth Group has named Tim Noel as the new CEO of their health insurance arm, UnitedHealthcare. Noel joined the company in 2007 and most recently led UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement. His appointment comes nearly two months after the fatal shooting
Richard Keys has dropped a bombshell, claiming that Ruben Amorim, the current manager of Manchester United, might be on his way out. Apparently, Amorim's arrival didn't bring the swift turnaround everyone hoped for after Erik ten Hag's departure. The team, plagued by internal struggles, hasn't seen
When it comes to caring for kids in tough times, like wars or natural disasters, health workers have their own thoughts and needs. Let's dive into what they think about providing end-of-life care for children and what they need to learn to do it well. First, let's zoom in on their perceptions. Heal
