If you’re concerned about ecosystem collapse and climate displacement, you might look to a One Health approach for possible solutions. Techquity could provide a roadmap for countering any of the …
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In new memoir, Brooke Shields opens up about receiving an unconsensual procedure : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesIn “Brooke Shields is Not Allowed to Get Old,” the actor writes about what a doctor did to her, as she calls them, “lady parts” without her consent. Health reporter …
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Wildfires and winter storms bring power outages and health risks, : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWhen the power outages stretch out for days, incidents of gastrointestinal illnesses often rise, along with other health issues. john images/Getty images hide caption toggle caption john images/Getty images Tens …
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Why are so many indigenous Panamanians contracting HIV — and dying of AIDS?
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe government provides HIV medicines free of charge. Yet in one indigenous territory, cases and deaths are increasing at an alarming rate. (Image credit: Adam Williams for NPR)
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How the LA wildfires may be contaminating drinking water : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesParts of Los Angeles are under water advisories. Wildfires can cause damage to drinking water systems, allowing contaminants such as benzene to compromise the water quality. brazzo/iStockphoto/Getty Images hide caption …
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A Firefighter fights the flames from the Palisades Fire burning the Theatre Palisades during a powerful windstorm on Wednesday in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles. Apu Gomes/Getty Images …
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Air quality in Los Angeles has been poor, posing breathing challenges for people with certain health conditions.
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Smoke from a wildfire blankets the sky above Venice Beach in Los Angeles. Air quality in the region is unhealthy because of several wildfires. Jae C. Hong/AP hide caption toggle …
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Whether you’re a vegetarian or a meat-eater. They key to gut health is plants : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe gut bacteria of meat eaters look similar to those of vegans and vegetarians, as long as they also eat a wide array of plant-based foods. fcafotodigital/Getty Images hide caption …
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Special education students benefit from school integration. It doesn’t always happen : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesKellen Hedler’s classroom aid, Parker Van Buskirk, checks in with Kellen as he works on an assignment. Kellen is largely independent throughout the school day, but Van Buskirk is available …