Cincinnati, OH

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Although Americans who have had a stroke are now more likely to survive long term, Black people still face disparities in survival, according to a new study published in Neurology. The study utilized data from a five-county region in Cincinnati, which can be considered a microcosm of the general American...

Black Stroke Victims Face Lower Survival Rates Despite Overall Improvement

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Indiana State

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Franklin, IN

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A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

South Carolina State

The Shy Green

In a surprising twist for fans of beachwear and laid-back lifestyle gear, Delta Apparel, renowned for its Salt Life brand, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. This move has sent ripples through the industry, highlighting significant financial challenges despite its deep ties to coastal culture.

An apparel retail company has unexpectedly gone bankrupt

Virginia State

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Margaret Minnicks

According to WRIC 8 News, a new speed limit will become effective on July 1, 2024 in Virginia. Speed limits in a business or residential district will be aslow as 15 miles per hour on Virginia highways.

A new speed limit law on highways becomes effective in Virginia on July 1, 2024

F a decade, in blog posts and scientific papers and public talks, the psychologist Hal Herzog has questioned whether owning pets makes people happier and healthier. It is a lonely quest, convincing people that puppies and kittens may not actually be terrific for their physical and mental health. “When I talk to people about this,” Herzog recently said, “nobody believes me.” A prominent professor at a major public university once described him as “a super curmudgeon” who is, in effect, “trying to prove that apple pie causes cancer.”

The Fuzzy Science on Whether Fido Is Actually Good for You

Malcolm Reid recently marked the anniversary of his HIV diagnosis on Facebook. “Diagnosed with HIV 28 years ago, AND TODAY I THRIVE,” he wrote in a post in April, which garnered dozens of responses. Reid, an advocate for people with HIV, said he’s happy he made it to...

Americans With HIV Are Living Longer. Federal Spending Isn’t Keeping Up.

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved two immune checkpoint inhibitor regimens as initial treatment for people with advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer. Merck’s Keytruda (pembrolizumab) and AstraZeneca’s Imfinzi (durvalumab) both led to improvement in progression-free survival when added to standard chemotherapy in Phase III trials. Endometrial...

FDA Approves Two First-Line Immunotherapies for Endometrial Cancer

A series of experiments with highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza (HPAI H5N1) viruses circulating in infected U.S. dairy cattle found that viruses derived from lactating dairy cattle induced severe disease in mice and ferrets when administered via intranasal inoculation. The virus from the H5N1-infected cows bound to both avian (bird) and human-type cellular receptors, but, importantly, did not transmit efficiently among ferrets exposed via respiratory droplets.

Features of H5N1 Influenza Viruses in Dairy Cows May Facilitate Infection, Transmission in Mammals

A new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) finds four in 10 cancer cases and about one half of all cancer deaths in adults 30 years old and older in the United States (or 713,340 cancer cases and 262,120 cancer deaths in 2019) could be attributed to modifiable risk factors, including cigarette smoking, excess body weight, alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, diet, and infections. Cigarette smoking was by far the leading risk factor, contributing to nearly 20% of all cancer cases and 30% of all cancer deaths.

40% of Cancer Cases and Almost Half of Deaths in U.S. Linked to Modifiable Risk Factors

Texas State

U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee (D–Texas) shared that she has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and is undergoing treatment, according to The Associated Press. Congresswomen Jackson Lee, who is seeking a 16th term, issued a statement announcing her cancer diagnosis, saying she is “currently undergoing treatment to battle this disease that impacts tens of thousands of Americans every year.”

U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee has Pancreatic Cancer. Here’s What to Know

San Francisco, CA

Long-acting injectable antiretrovirals can be an effective treatment or prevention option for homeless and unstably housed people living with or at risk for HIV, according to results from a San Francisco pilot study published in the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes. “The implementation of long-acting antiretrovirals is feasible in...

Long-Acting Injectables Are Effective for Homeless People

Kentucky State

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

This month is Black Family Month, which was first nationally recognized in 2006 to encourage the enrichment of families through education, health, and self-improvement. This observance also encourages families to inspire one another and encourage conversations about health history - especially inherited conditions. This includes diseases like autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, or ADPKD. Fostering awareness and encouraging early detection within families can work towards bridging the health disparities gap and empower generations with the knowledge and resources needed to combat this hereditary disease.

Family Ties and Health: Shedding Light on Kidney Disease Across Generations

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Conflicts are inevitable in life as we have different opinions. Some zodiac signs are good at arguing while others strive to create harmony and avoid arguments. Yet, conflict resolution is a crucial skill at home and work. It helps people live peacefully and in unity.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Are Most Likely to Win Arguments

Oregon State

With scorching heatwaves sweeping across the country, drivers are being advised to take their car's thermometer readings with a grain of salt. While your dashboard might display a temperature that seems outrageously high, experts suggest not relying on it for an accurate outdoor temperature gauge.

Drivers cautioned not to use a standard car feature on hot days - opt for your phone instead

Anika Jindal

Finding the right dog is a tedious task. Some dogs are easy to train and have gentle behavior, while others can be very naughty or violent. Studies suggest that a particular dog breed’s behavior depends on its genetic history.

Top 15 Best Behaved Dog Breeds To Consider

California State

In a concerning trend for California, numerous large companies are gearing up for significant layoffs, affecting thousands of workers across various industries. According to the WARN Tracker, California has seen a staggering 37,086 WARN layoffs this year alone, impacting 713 businesses statewide.

Concerns Rise as Massive Layoffs Hit California

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Exercise Can Lower Cancer Risk and Improve Survival

Brief periods of vigorous activity in the course of daily life are associated with a lower risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease and death, according to recent...

Exercise Can Lower Cancer Risk and Improve Survival

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