Exodus at VA: 10,000 employees are resigning in September. Here’s the list
‘Mission-critical’ workers were exempt from deferred resignations, but doctors and nurses are quitting anyway.| North Carolina Health News
By Arthur Allen KFF Health News Don’t get Nathan Jones started on xylitol, the active ingredient in his chewing gum, nasal spray, and other products. He’ll talk your ear off about its wondrous powers against tooth decay, as well as its potential to fight covid, heart disease, Alzheimer’s — you name it. For now, Jones, […] The post FTC has long said products must back up health claims. A MAHA lawsuit would upend that. appeared first on North Carolina Health News.| North Carolina Health News
By Jane Winik Sartwell Carolina Public Press East Carolina University Health is officially pursuing the idea of reopening Martin General Hospital, the shuttered hospital in Eastern North Carolina. But first, it needs $220 million — and for cuts to Medicaid to stop coming. That’s starting to seem increasingly unlikely. The uncertainty around the plan for Martin General […] The post Medicaid cuts create hurdle for rebirth of Martin Co. hospital appeared first on North Carolina Health ...| North Carolina Health News
‘Mission-critical’ workers were exempt from deferred resignations, but doctors and nurses are quitting anyway.| North Carolina Health News
President Donald Trump’s doubling of tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum could hit Americans in an unexpected place: grocery aisles.| AP News
Inflation cooled for the third straight month in April even after some of President Donald Trump’s tariffs took effect, though economists and many business owners expect inflation will climb by this summer.| AP News
An international multi-center study revealed how diet plays a greater role in the prevalence of obesity globally than was previously understood, according to findings published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The post Study Explores Diet’s Significant Role in Global Obesity appeared first on News Center.| News Center
The chiefs allege 911 patients are endangered because EMS Medical Director Carl Schultz has blocked paramedics from using innovative medical treatments.| Orange County Register
Walk down any commercial corridor in San Francisco, from the Mission to the Marina, and you’ll see how cannabis has woven itself into the city’s landscape. Since Proposition 64, dispensaries have become as common as taquerias, and their products have gone mainstream. SF boasts 55 legal dispensaries, according to the SF Office of Cannabis. But […] The post SF’s Cannabis Blind Spot is Youth Access. Brain Science Tells Us So appeared first on The Frisc.| The Frisc
In a fiery appearance before the Senate Finance Committee on Thursday, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. declared that the federal government had “lied about everything” during the COVID-19 pandemic — a sweeping accusation that immediately drew condemnation from public health experts and deepened the controversy surrounding his leadership of the nation’s top health agency. The exchange came during a hearing focused …| Chronology
We know that reading aloud to children and spending time outdoors together fosters healthy development by strengthening bonds, building language skills, improving motor abilities, and supporting overall physical well-being. That’s… The post Do your kids love story time and playing outdoors? The Highlands Ranch Backcountry Wilderness Sunshine and Storytime program has expanded! appeared first on Douglas County.| Douglas County
Join Douglas County Health Department on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. for a Community Open House offering a variety of resources for every member of the family!…| Douglas County
Earlier this month, when the recommendations of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s “Make America Healthy Again” Commission were leaked, I had an unhappy exchange with a former supporter of our organization, who felt we should be doing more to celebrate the administration’s success in getting companies... Continue Reading| Food Safety News
On Tuesday August 19th, 2025, a public hearing was held on the renewal of the NPDES permit to Alcoa’s Badin Business Park. Among the 21 speakers, 14 spoke critically of […]| NCEJN
The post Podcast: Cutting Edge: Precision and Progress in Pediatric Surgery appeared first on Innovation District.| Innovation District
For the fourth time, Children’s National Hospital has been designated as a Magnet® hospital by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program®. The post Children’s National Hospital receives Magnet redesignation appeared first on Innovation District.| Innovation District
Children’s National named Dr. Kavita Parikh the Wendy Goldberg Professor of Translational Research in Child Health and Community Partnerships. The post Honor bestowed on Kavita Parikh, MD, MSHS appeared first on Innovation District.| Innovation District
FLINT, Mich. – In recognition of National Overdose Awareness Day, observed on Sunday, August 31st, the Office of Public Health, in collaboration with the Genesee County Prevention Coalition (GCPC), will host an Overdose Awareness Event on Saturday, August 30th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM on the front lawn of Flint City Hall. This free, […] The post Office of Public Health to host National Overdose Awareness Day event on City Hall Lawn appeared first on City of Flint.| City of Flint
FLINT, Mich. — The City of Flint and Flint Housing Commission will host a Demolition Ceremony for the Atherton East Apartments on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at 3123 Chambers Street. Built in the 1960s during Flint’s urban renewal era, Atherton East became unsafe due to its location in a flood zone and lack […] The post City of Flint and Flint Housing Commission Advance Community Revitalization with Atherton East Demolition appeared first on City of Flint.| City of Flint
KFF Health News correspondent Amy Maxmen traces the political turmoil at the CDC under President Donald Trump.| Articles Archive - KFF Health News
Four senior officials with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced their resignations in recent days, citing what they described as growing political interference in the agency's scientific work, particularly regarding vaccines.| Articles Archive - KFF Health News
In his first term, President Donald Trump touted the “medical miracle” of the mRNA Covid-19 vaccine that he helped deliver to market through the unprecedented public-private partnership known as Operation Warp Speed. In its second term, the Trump administration is dismantling the signature health achievement of his first term by sowing doubt about the safety […]| Vox
The CDC is collapsing. Will America’s health follow suit?| Vox
Mississippi has declared a public health emergency in response to an alarming surge in infant mortality, a crisis that now claims nearly 10 infants per 1,000 live births in the state, almost double the national average. The declaration marks the first time the state has used its emergency powers to address maternal and infant health, […] The post Mississippi Declares Public Health Emergency as Infant Mortality Soars appeared first on Feminist Majority Foundation. Related posts: Policy Shift...| Feminist Majority Foundation
An interdisciplinary team of researchers at Washington University in St. Louis identified drivers of maternal and child health service use across Africa.| The Source
How 3D printed food may be the future’s answer to food insecurity, balanced nutrition, and more. By Mia Barnes, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Body+Mind Magazine. Technology continues shaping nearly every aspect of life, including nutrition. 3D-printed food isone of the most intriguing innovations in food tech today. What started as a niche experimentcould soon be a viable ... Read more| unsustainable
How often do you hear of parents who take a sick or injured child to a hospital emergency room only to wait for untold hours before admission, treatment or at times even an assessment from overloaded admitting or triage nurses? … Read the rest The post Dead Wait: Canada’s Fatal Obsession with Public Health Care appeared first on C2C Journal.| C2C Journal
To raise awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding, the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program hosted a Community Baby Shower and Health Fair on Saturday, Aug. 9, at the Dorothy...| Welcome to San Bernardino County
On first glance, Dr. Vinay Prasad’s medical credentials sound impressive. But look closer and you’ll find a narcissistic attention-seeker peddling misinformation, whose views will cost lives.| The New Republic
With treaty negotiations stalling, expert skepticism over a Global Plastics Treaty’s feasibility has been validated. Public concern, especially about microplastics and chemicals in the body, remains high, creating an urgent need for brands to lead on plastic reduction. The post Why Brands Must Lead on Plastics as Global Policy Falters appeared first on GlobeScan | Know your world. Lead the future..| GlobeScan | Know your world. Lead the future.
It sounds cliché, but when you face a crisis, it helps to remember times that you’ve overcome adversity. That’s the power of history. And it’s one of the reasons I think the new PBS documentary “Clearing the Air: The War on Smog” is crucial to share right now. In the 1940s, dark, smoky clouds crept … Continue reading "How to Dissent? Learn American History"| Legal Planet
Due to Trump’s funding cuts, “having sex is about to get a lot more dangerous,” warns a Los Angeles nurse whose work helps prevent the spread of HIV. The post A Heavier Case Load, Diminished Care appeared first on .|
In Texas and across the nation, scores of coal-fired plants and petrochemical facilities are allowed to bypass toxic emission rules. The post Trump Administration Gives Coal Plants and Chemical Facilities a Pass appeared first on .|
The Trump administration’s cuts to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention funding for state and local health departments had vastly uneven effects depending on the political leanings of a state, according to a KFF Health News analysis. Democratic-led states and select blue-leaning cities fought back in court and saw money for public health efforts restored — while Republican-led states sustained big losses.| CT News Junkie
An APRN with the Community Health & Wellness Center in Torrington, meets with a telehealth patient. Despite the challenges facing them on the federal| CT News Junkie
Under the title “The Science & History of Psychedelics,” Bouso explored the neurobiological basis for the use of psychedelics, their history, and the challenges posed by their integration into the Western biomedical model. The post The Integration of Knowledge in Healthcare Systems appeared first on ICEERS.| ICEERS
Last week, Mayor Bruce Harrell cleared a hurdle standing in the way of King County's plan to build a crisis care center in Seattle, as he issued a letter of conditional support, outlining an acceptable launch plan from his perspective. The County now must work to meet his terms to open the Capitol Hill facility on time in 2027. The post Harrell Issues Conditional Support Letter for County’s Capitol Hill Crisis Center first appeared on The Urbanist.| The Urbanist
In 1949, it was the last film noir boxing drama made for RKO Pictures.| Nature of Healing
The Food and Drug Administration has approved updated COVID-19 vaccines for the upcoming fall and winter season. But it could be weeks before many Americans know whether they’ll be able to get one, under new restrictions from the Trump administration.| Planet Detroit
UK faces rising accident crisis as government rejects dedicated minister, risking lives and billions, expert warns. The post Health and Safety Expert Warns UK Faces Accident Prevention Crisis After Minister Rejection appeared first on Psychreg.| Psychreg
Para muchas personas que tienen planes médicos creados por la Ley de Cuidado de Salud a Bajo Precio (ACA) —porque trabajan para pequeñas empresas o pagan su propia cobertura— es probable que las tarifas hayan aumentado de forma aún más drástica.| Articles Archive - KFF Health News
Xlear, a maker of xylitol gum, has sued the Federal Trade Commission, saying the onus should be on government to prove that ingredients don’t live up to advertised claims. RFK Jr.’s “medical freedom” allies have rallied to the cause.| Articles Archive - KFF Health News
As Baltimore faces a federal deadline to identify and replace lead service lines, local researchers and community groups are stepping in to reach residents the city has struggled to engage| The Hub
Alexander Meienberger examines the ongoing cultural and societal stigmas surrounding HIV/AIDS in Russia, highlighting the efforts of cultural initiatives to challenge these barriers and bring visibility to marginalized voices.| the polyphony
Violet Jayamani reflects on her own journey of personal loss to professional purpose and why the UK should make prevention central to nursing care. The post ‘Prevention must be the cornerstone of healthcare, not a supplement’ appeared first on Nursing Times.| Nursing Times
In June 2024, changes to the HIPAA Privacy Rule aimed at supporting reproductive health care privacy went into effect. I wrote about these changes in a blog post, and also published a follow-up post with more detail about the Privacy … Read more The post Update: What’s the Status of the 2024 HIPAA Final Rule Regarding Reproductive Health? appeared first on Coates’ Canons NC Local Government Law.| Coates’ Canons NC Local Government Law
Cash transfers can save lives. Just not very cost-effectively.| Vox
In the past two decades, global health governance has undergone a quiet revolution, shaped less by sovereign states and more by the growing influence of private capital. The World Health Organisati…| Developing Economics
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is targeting the government’s Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, without which manufacturers might cease producing shots.| KFF Health News
Community listening sessions reveal Monongalia and Preston counties share struggles over housing, health care and broadband. From Morgantown to Kingwood, residents want more housing, health care and internet appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.| Mountain State Spotlight
Public school students must be vaccinated in almost all instances as a lawsuit continues. Confused about vaccine exemptions in West Virginia schools? Here’s what you need to know. appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.| Mountain State Spotlight
It's been 10 months since the start of the genocide of Palestinians...It's been 10 years since Mike Brown was killed by police. The issues are deeply intertwined.| like black butterflies
I am excited to share a new resource for governing boards of local public health agencies in North Carolina! Local Boards of Health in North Carolina provides local board of health members with the information that they need to understand … Read more| Coates’ Canons NC Local Government Law
By Will Atwater Since the start of the Trump administration, federal officials have been rolling back funding to federal environmental programs and scientific research — moves that threaten to leave vulnerable communities with fewer resources to address air quality concerns.That reality, along with the desire to broaden its reach, prompted the Charlotte-based advocacy group CleanAIRE […] The post CleanAIRE NC launches academy amid cuts to environmental programs appeared first on North Car...| North Carolina Health News
By Andrew R. Jones Asheville Watchdog A patient who died in February after calling for help in a Mission Hospital emergency department bathroom went 29 minutes with no response as multiple staff members passed by the door with a call light flashing above, according to documents obtained by Asheville Watchdog. By the time an employee entered […] The post Patient called for help from Mission bathroom 29 minutes before someone found him. By then, his heart stopped, new report shows. appeared ...| North Carolina Health News
By Jane Winik Sartwell Carolina Public Press This week, HCA Healthcare settled an antitrust lawsuit that has plagued the Asheville-based Mission Health system for three years. In 2022, four Western North Carolina governments sued HCA Healthcare and Mission Health for predatory and monopolistic practices, which plaintiffs claim lead to more expensive and lower-quality health care across much of […] The post HCA settles antitrust lawsuit with Western NC local governments appeared first...| North Carolina Health News
The loss of the Research Triangle-based EPA Office of Research and Development would cost hundreds of jobs, hit local economic activity.| North Carolina Health News
La región es una de las más pobres del estado. En el condado de Alamosa, 2 de cada 5 residentes están inscritos en Health First Colorado, el programa estatal de Medicaid.| KFF Health News
In her new book, ‘Rehab: An American Scandal,’ Shoshana Walter explores how the giant substance treatment industry keeps failing many people desperate for help.| The Marshall Project
Dr. Nick Pinkerton, associate dean of counseling services and wellbeing at Southern Connecticut State University, recently testified before the Connecticut Public Health Committee during a legislative roundtable hosted by State Senator Saud Anwar. The event highlighted the Specialized Treatment Early in Psychosis (STEP) Learning Collaborative, a statewide initiative focused on improving outcomes for young people […] The post Mental Health Advocacy Takes Center Stage in Hartford appeared fir...| News at Southern
By Michale Booth. Republished with permission from the Colorado Sun. Colorado health officials are warning Mesa County residents of […]| AnneLandmanBlog
Hamilton's Equity-Based Heat Response Plan| Canadian Health Association for Sustainability & Equity (CHASE)
Peyton Soethout, MJLST Web Content Editor| LawSci Forum
Meet the students from the College of Public Health and Health Professions, a diverse group dedicated to improving health and well-being in communities around the world. These students come from various backgrounds, united by their passion for health and their commitment to making a positive impact. They bring unique perspectives and experiences to their studies,…| phhp.ufl.edu
My colleague Kirsten Leloudis and I are pleased to announce the publication of Consolidated Human Services Boards in North Carolina, a new book now available from the School of Government. Since the enactment of Session Law 2012-126 thirteen years ago, … Read more| Coates’ Canons NC Local Government Law
This week on Mondays at The Overhead Wire we’re joined by James Llamas, now at Nelson Nygaard, to chat about a number of different items including Vietnam’s move to ban gas powered motorbikes in central Hanoi, the importance of walking to your health, racing the 8 bus in Seattle, Brightline’s death toll, and the 8D| The Overhead Wire
The CPUC heard an earful about neighborhood decarbonization. Here's the input from Californians who support climate action.| Legal Planet
Global health can be defined by its years. 2015 was the year of the Sustainable Development Goals. 2019 was the year global leaders adopted the UN Declaration on Universal Health Coverage (UHC). 2020 was the year COVID-19 was declared a Public Health Emergency of International... The post The Future of Primary Health Care is Responsive appeared first on VillageReach.| VillageReach
Health systems across Africa are facing a pivotal stress test, one triggered not by disease outbreaks, but by the sudden retreat of donor funding that has long underpinned essential services. Sudden and significant reductions in donor funding from major partners such as the... The post From Shock to Strategy: How Governments Are Redesigning Health Supply Chains in a Time of Uncertainty appeared first on VillageReach.| VillageReach
As reported by The New York Times, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert… The post What Is GRAS, and Why It Matters Now appeared first on NYC Food Policy Center (Hunter College).| NYC Food Policy Center (Hunter College)
A $60 million recovery hospital for child and young adult survivors of sex trafficking is set to break ground in Glendale, in what advocates are calling a major step forward in long-term, trauma-informed care.| KJZZ
Phoenix is set to receive nearly $180 million in federal funding to help build a new advanced water purification facility — a project city leaders say is critical to both economic growth and long-term water resilience.| KJZZ
Sophia Murray-John on how health coaching can be a powerful tool for managing chronic conditions and empowering patients.| Nursing Times
Politicians said work requirements would get people back to work. They’ll actually kick poor and working people off Medicaid.| Mountain State Spotlight
Politicians celebrated a drop in overdose deaths while supporting Trump and Congress’ funding cuts that could cause more casualties.| Mountain State Spotlight
Meet the students from the College of Public Health and Health Professions, a diverse group dedicated to improving health and well-being in communities around the world. These students come from various backgrounds, united by their passion for health and their commitment to making a positive impact. They bring unique perspectives and experiences to their studies,…| phhp.ufl.edu
After moving to North Carolina, a Columbus County resident found himself downwind from a billion-dollar industry. Now he’s documenting odors.| North Carolina Health News
HopOn Harm Reduction hands out free syringes, Narcan, and other supplies to decrease the dangers and stigmas surrounding drug use| The Hub
Public health experts from Johns Hopkins share their insights on the FDA's approval of over-the-counter Narcan, which puts the lifesaving medicine in everyone's reach| The Hub
A new report authored by experts from the Bloomberg School of Public Health identify solutions to pressing public health concerns that are causing the average American life expectancy to fall| The Hub
A new survey led by the Center for Indigenous Health seeks to gauge water access on Navajo Nation| The Hub
More than 100,000 in SF use the benefits. The more who get squeezed out, the harder for low-cost sellers to serve them, even with the state’s bonus boost.| The Frisc
The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) invites members of the press to attend the public portion of the 2025 Presidential Initiative Summit:—“Building on Opioid Litigation Success: AGs Leading the Fight Against Substance Abuse and Drug Trafficking”. This summit is a national platform for exchanging best practices and driving collective impact. The post MEDIA ADVISORY | 2025 NAAG Presidential Initiative Summit appeared first on National Association of Attorneys General.| National Association of Attorneys General
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This article addresses the challenges that the health system in Kathmandu faces as a result of rapid urbanisation, and follows with some recommendations for improving the resilience of the Kathmandu health system. Throughout this essay, “Kathmandu” refers to the Kathmandu Valley, including the municipalities of Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Kirtipur and Madhyapur Thimi. Urbanisation … Continue reading "Urbanisation in a Low-Income Country: A Case Study of Health System Challenge...| Tom Geraghty
ROCKY HILL, CT — Whether by protecting American interests overseas or providing wholesome food for Connecticut families, state veterans continue to serve, according to US Marine Corps veteran Jared McCool.| CT News Junkie
NEWTOWN, CT — The Park Avenue shooting in Midtown Manhattan that resulted in the deaths of four people could have been prevented, according to the Newtown Action Alliance.| CT News Junkie
UPDATE: The water main break has been repaired and residents can continue water use as normal. No boil water advisory was needed as the system never lost pressure. FLINT, Mich. – City of Flint crews are repairing a water main break caused by construction work in the area of N. Dort Highway between Pierson and […]| City of Flint
Meet the students from the College of Public Health and Health Professions, a diverse group dedicated to improving health and well-being in communities around the world. These students come from various backgrounds, united by their passion for health and their commitment to making a positive impact. They bring unique perspectives and experiences to their studies,…| phhp.ufl.edu
Traditional Chinese Medicine has diverged since 1949: mainland China standardized it into a state-controlled system for nationalist purposes, while Taiwan developed a more diverse, pluralistic appr…| Taiwan Insight
Why pharmaceutical channel partners need more than better access to capital to deliver results Half the African population still lacks access to safe, effective, quality and affordable health products. In response, donors and development partners are collaborating with financial institutions to design new mechanisms... The post Pouring Cash into a Leaky Bucket or Aligning Private Sector Financing with Impact? appeared first on VillageReach.| VillageReach
In 2025, VillageReach marks 25 years of advancing health equity through innovation, partnership and health systems transformation. From the beginning, VillageReach has focused on ensuring that everyone, especially those in the hardest-to-reach communities, can access quality health care. What began as a humanitarian response... The post Celebrating 25 Years of Transforming Health Care Together appeared first on VillageReach.| VillageReach
Interim President Sandra Bulmer was honored with the 2025 Industry Superstar Award from the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce (GNHCC) at its 23rd Annual Health Care & Life Sciences Awards on July 9 at the Canal Dock Boathouse in New Haven. Presented annually by the GNHCC, the award is given to a health care […] The post Interim President Sandra Bulmer Receives 2025 Industry Superstar Award from Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
U-M Health Economist Thomas Buchmueller joined the show to break down what’s changing, who will feel it first, and what Michigan can do to soften the blow.| WDET 101.9 FM
Entries Posted on Month: July 2025 - Welcome to San Bernardino County| Welcome to San Bernardino County
Meet the students from the College of Public Health and Health Professions, a diverse group dedicated to improving health and well-being in communities around the world. These students come from various backgrounds, united by their passion for health and their commitment to making a positive impact. They bring unique perspectives and experiences to their studies,…| phhp.ufl.edu
Patients Summary Our health system is in crisis. If we don’t act now, we risk the NHS ceasing to exist as a publicly funded service, free at the point of use. But if we seize the opportunities provided by new …| Department of Health and Social Care Media Centre
Minnesota experts say Canadian wildfires will lead to more poor air quality days across Minnesota this summer, and into the future as temperatures and drought increase.| Sahan Journal
Core Concepts In this article, we’ll conclude our mini-series by exploring where public health is going and how chemistry will take it there. We will revisit central themes about science and medicine from a public health perspective, emphasizing the countless ways they interrelate with one another to impact our well-being. This is the eighth article … Chemistry, Public Health, and You Read More » The post Chemistry, Public Health, and You appeared first on ChemTalk.| ChemTalk
Several leading medical organizations filed a lawsuit against Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday, claiming that recent decisions to stop recommending vaccines to pregnant women and children are unscientific and harmful to the public. The suit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts. The American Public Health Association (APHA), the… The post Six leading medical organizations sue RFK Jr. over vaccine recommendations appeared first on Drug Discovery and Development.| Drug Discovery and Development
