The U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, recently visited Lincoln to address the concerning impact of social media on youth across the country. During a discussion at Bryan East, Dr. Murthy highlighted the harmful effects of excessive social media use on children, including increased risk of anxiety and depression. According to Dr. Murthy, kids are…
Uvalde Mayor Cody Smith unexpectedly resigned on Monday, citing Health reasons and leaving the small Texas city without its leader amidst ongoing recovery. This news comes as the community grapples with the aftermath of the tragic Robb Elementary School shooting in May 2022, where 21 lives were lost. The decision to step down follows a…
Cooper University Health Care has announced the appointment of former Federal Judge John Vazquez as the chief legal officer, a newly created position in response to the unprecedented expansion and complexity of issues facing the Camden-based health system. George E. Norcross III, chairman of the Cooper University Health Care Board of Trustees, expressed his confidence…
The Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing at UMass Chan Medical School has launched a new statewide fellowship program aimed at increasing the number of psychiatric mental Health nurse practitioners in community health centers. This initiative seeks to address the growing demand for mental health services in Massachusetts, particularly in underserved populations. Funded by a…
April 1-7, 2024 marks National Public Health Week, a time to celebrate the tireless efforts of public health workers across the nation. This year’s theme, “Protecting, Connecting, and Thriving: We Are All Public Health,” highlights the crucial role that individuals, organizations, and agencies play in advancing health equity and well-being in our communities. From preventing…
Malabika Sarker: From Physician to Public Health Expert Malabika Sarker, a trained physician from Bangladesh, initially focused on serving the maternal needs of women in a rural village. However, her passion for improving health through systems-level change led her to transition to implementation science and public health. In her own words, Sarker emphasizes that being…
A mental Health therapist in Palm Beach County is addressing the emotional trauma experienced by both children and adults in the community following the tragic murder of Jamie Felix, a beloved teacher and mother from Port St. Lucie. The 45-year-old Jamie Felix was fatally shot by her estranged husband, Ray Felix, outside a West Palm…
