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Dec 29 2025EDUCATION

Helping Paws: How Schools Can Better Support Service Animals

Service dogs are becoming more common in schools. They help students with disabilities. But many schools don't have good rules for this. This can cause problems. School nurses can help. They can make sure schools follow the law. They can also make sure students get the help they need. School nurses

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Dec 14 2025CRIME

Healthcare Behind Bars: When Treatable Conditions Become Deadly

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

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Oct 24 2025FINANCE

Smart Income Investing: Beyond Just High Yields

Income investing isn't just about chasing the highest yields. In today's world, where interest rates are high and economic conditions are tougher, investors need to think more carefully. It's not enough to just look at the yield. You need to consider if the investment can survive when things get rou

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Jul 18 2025HEALTH

Hunger Hurdles: Refugees' Fight for Food in the U. S.

Refugees in the U. S. often struggle to put food on the table. This isn't just a one-time problem. It's a challenge that can pop up at different times after they resettle. Why? Because their journey to find enough food isn't straightforward. It's a mix of hurdles and creative solutions. First, let'

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Jun 15 2025HEALTH

Caring for Refugees with Serious Illnesses

Refugees face many hurdles when they move to wealthy nations. One big challenge is getting the right healthcare. This is especially true for those with serious, life-limiting illnesses. These people need special care, known as palliative care. But there is no clear plan on how to give them the best

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May 29 2025HEALTH

Bridging the Gap: Digital Tools for Refugee Mental Health

Refugees often face a tough journey. They deal with ongoing stress. This stress can lead to serious mental health issues. As the world's population ages, there is a growing need for healthcare. Digital health tools have emerged as a possible solution. These tools can provide mental health support. T

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May 28 2025HEALTH

Refugees and Cancer Screening: Unseen Challenges

Refugees from war-torn countries have found a new home in the United States. While they gain access to health insurance, a significant gap exists in their use of preventive healthcare, especially cancer screenings. The U. S. Preventative Services Task Force advises regular checks for breast, cervica

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May 09 2025HEALTH

Helping Refugee Women Spot Dangerous Patterns

Refugee women often face a hidden danger in their new homes. This danger is not from the outside world, but from within their own relationships. It is called coercive control. This is a sneaky form of intimate partner violence. It is not just about physical harm. It is about one partner controlling

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Apr 25 2025OPINION

Can Speed Dating Save the Incels?

Incels, or involuntary celibates, are a group of mostly young men who struggle with forming romantic relationships. They often blame women for their lack of a sex life and express their frustrations online. The incel community has gained attention recently, partly due to a popular Netflix show that

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Apr 11 2025HEALTH

Mental Health Challenges Faced by LGBTIQ+ Refugees in Germany

Refugees from the LGBTIQ+ community face unique struggles. These struggles include trauma and sexual violence. These issues often go unnoticed. This is especially true in Germany. There is a lack of data on mental health among LGBTIQ+ refugees. This makes it hard to understand their needs. A recent

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