Washington, D.C. – U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today released the 2024 Best Medical Schools in Research and 2024 Best Medical Schools in Primary Care. In each of these categories, the methodology was updated to recognize the top medical schools by placing them within four different tiers of performance.

U.S. News Releases 2024 Best Medical Schools

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Demand for lawyers is projected to grow rapidly in the coming years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for attorneys is expected to increase by 8% between 2022 and 2032 — eclipsing the 3% projected employment growth across all occupations. The latest numbers from the American Bar Association show that there will likely […]
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Black Enterprise

Four HBCUs have partnered with the Abbott Scholars Program to put more diverse students in white coats.



Through the initiative, Abbott provides scholarships at historically Black institutions and minority nursing associations. The medical and healthcare company started the program in 2021, pledging $5 million to reduce the systemic barriers keeping diverse scholars out of the medical field.



One recipient of this scholarship, Jermaine Blakely, deemed the opportunity as “monumental” for students lacking financial support.



“I’m very grateful for a company like Abbott Laboratories, who decided to give me a scholarship so that I can decrease some of that financial burden for me…because medical...

HBCUs Make Strides In Medical Diversity With Abbott Scholars Programs

U.S. News & World Report published its annual list of best medical schools July 23, which includes rankings of schools with the most graduates practicing in rural areas and health professional shortage areas. To compile the two rankings, U.S. News calculated the percentage of 2015-17 medical and osteopathic medical school...

20 medical schools with most graduates practicing in rural, shortage areas

New York City, NY

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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

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

North Carolina State

Greenville, NC

Medical device maker Nipro Medical Corp. is building a $397.8 million facility in Greenville, North Carolina, Gov. Roy Cooper stated in a July 17 press release. The 550,000-square-foot plant will create 232 jobs and produce dialyzers and precision needles for the healthcare industry that support people with diabetes, chronic kidney disease and other renal health issues, according to Nipro.

Nipro Medical Corp. to build $398M North Carolina plant

Virginia State

Charisma reveals that Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has been criticized again for what are considered to be insensitive comments. On his Twitter/X account, the Texas preacher said the following.

Virginia ministers weigh in on Joel Osteen's comments about blessings

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Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

New Jersey State

Texas State

Latin Times

The share of immigrants in the workforce has grown steadily over the last 15 years and more rapidly since 2020 as immigrants have returned to work more quickly post COVID-19 than their U.S.-born counterparts. As the U.S. economy increasingly relies on migrant labor, a new study by Brookings shows which states and occupations may see the highest need of foreign-born labor in the years to come.

California, Texas and New York among top states projected to have highest demand for work visas by 2030

Wyoming State

WyoFile

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Wilmington, DE

ChristianaCare, a three-hospital health system based in Wilmington, Del., is increasing its hourly minimum wage from $15 to $16.50. The change will affect about 850 employees who were below or near $16.50 per hour, according to a July 23 health system news release. ChristianaCare employs about 14,000 workers in total.

ChristianaCare hikes minimum wage for 2nd time in 5 years

Georgia State

Dublin, GA

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Officials from the U.S. Department of Justice have announced that a 42-year-old man from Dublin, Georgia, has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing fentanyl.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years for Fentanyl Distribution

Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Minnesota State

Thirty-nine healthcare providers and the National Community Pharmacists Association are suing UnitedHealth Group over the Change Healthcare hack, claiming they have not financially recovered from the cyberattack. The plaintiffs, comprising small and mid-sized providers across 22 states, assert that Change Healthcare failed to have cybersecurity safeguards in place, including multifactor...

39 healthcare providers sue UnitedHealth over Change hack

Roanoke Rapids, NC

Jason Harrell, MSN, RN, president of Roanoke Rapids, N.C.-based ECU Health North Hospital, will retire Aug. 8 after a 40-year healthcare career. Throughout his four years in the role, Mr. Harrell has focused on access, quality, safety and experience, according to a statement from Greenville, N.C.-based ECU Health shared with Becker's on July 22.

ECU Health hospital president to retire

There is a gender divide in oncologist net worth, according to the "Physician Wealth & Debt Report" published July 19 by Medscape. The report analyzed data from 7,000 physicians in more than 29 specialties whose survey responses were collected between Oct. 2 and Jan. 16. Three percent of survey respondents were oncologists.

Gender divide in oncologist net worth at 17%: Survey

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The 10 most diverse medical, osteopathic schools: US News

U.S. News & World Report released its annual medical school rankings and ratings July 23, including rankings of the most diverse schools. For the diversity ranking,...

The 10 most diverse medical, osteopathic schools: US News

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