Jackson State University Launches Wellness on Wheels: A New Chapter in Accessible Health Services
Jackson State University (JSU) has rolled out its newest initiative to tackle health disparities in Mississippi—quite literally. Meet **Wellness on Wheels**, a mobile health lab that’s not only revolutionizing how healthcare is delivered but is also ensuring that JSU students …
University of Houston’s $1.9M Research Grant Aims to Boost Diversity in Academic Publishing
Academia’s infamous “publish or perish” mantra, though dramatic, underscores the pressure researchers face to see their work in print. For early-career faculty—especially those from underrepresented groups—this challenge can be even greater. In an effort to bridge this gap and empower …
Celebrate National Pasta Month with Piada Italian Street Food: Houston’s Best $5 Pasta Day
Pasta lovers, mark your calendars—October is National Pasta Month, and Piada Italian Street Food in Houston is cooking up something irresistible! Whether you’re a fan of classic Italian dishes or simply looking for a flavorful twist, Piada is offering the …
How a Twin Cities floral shop is helping fight senior loneliness
A Twin Cities floral shop is making a meaningful impact in the fight against senior loneliness by using flowers to brighten the lives of isolated seniors.
Panera Bread Reaches First Charged Lemonade Settlement
Panera Bread has reached its first settlement in a lawsuit regarding its popular Charged Lemonade drinks, following allegations that the highly caffeinated beverages led to health complications for some customers.
FDA antidepressant warnings of suicide risk among kids may have the opposite effect, study finds
The US Food and Drug Administration has warned that antidepressants may be linked with suicidal thoughts and behaviors among youth since 2003, leading to a black box warning for minors in 2005 and an expansion to young adults in 2007.
Baby Boomers are living longer than previous generations but have worse health, study finds
Baby Boomers may be expected to live longer than their predecessors, but a recent study has found that they are more likely to suffer from worse health than previous generations.
Certain arm positions commonly used for blood pressure checks may lead to inaccurate results. Here’s the right way to do it
A new study found that having your arm in the wrong position during blood pressure checks — either at home or the doctor’s office — can result in readings “markedly higher” than when your arm is in the recommended position: …
TikTok sued by 14 states over alleged harm to children’s mental health
A bipartisan group of 14 attorneys general from across the country filed lawsuits on Tuesday against TikTok, alleging that the platform has “addicted” young people and harmed their mental health.
McDonald’s customers are cutting back on fries. Its biggest supplier is cutting jobs
Americans are revolting against McDonald’s and fast-food chains. That’s hurting french fry suppliers like Lamb Weston.
It’s time to get flu and Covid-19 shots
Respiratory virus season has arrived in the United States and health officials say that October is a prime time to get vaccinated.
Al Pacino reveals he nearly died of Covid-19 – and gives his thoughts on the afterlife
Al Pacino has revealed that he nearly died of Covid-19 in 2020, and shared his view on what happens after death.
Most of today’s children are unlikely to live to 100, analysis says
Gerontologist Jay Olshansky is used to backlash about his views on human longevity. Decades ago he and his coauthors predicted children, on average, would live to only age 85 — only 1% to 5% might survive until their 100th birthday.
Certain arm positions commonly used for blood pressure checks may lead to inaccurate results. Here’s the right way to do it
A new study found that having your arm in the wrong position during blood pressure checks — either at home or the doctor’s office — can result in readings “markedly higher” than when your arm is in the recommended position: …
Walmart Delivers 47 Trucks of Essential Supplies to Carolinas for Disaster Recovery
Walmart delivered 47 truckloads of essential supplies to communities across South Carolina and North Carolina on October 3rd, as part of a larger, long-term recovery effort following recent natural disasters.
