A 17-year-old Depew High School senior was removed from school for failing to receive a mandatory bacterial meningitis booster shot. A 10-page ruling by Judge Peter Weinmann has upheld the school’s decision, reinforcing the district’s authority to enforce vaccination requirements.
Dr. Debraj “Raj” Mukherjee, a neuro-oncosurgeon at Hopkins, has dedicated himself not only to medical excellence but also to fostering community through the Peace Education Program. Recently honored with the 2025 Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Award, he continues his mission to bring hope and wellness to Baltimore and beyond.
An Iowa House subcommittee advanced a bill that would ban smoking on casino gaming floors, intending to “level the playing field” in public health standards. The Senate’s companion measure, however, did not move forward, casting uncertainty on the ban’s future.
A growing body of research is examining how human waste might play a central role in fighting cancer. Though it may sound unconventional, experts say harnessing what is typically discarded could point to a new frontier in medicine.
This opinion piece explains how requiring vaccinations in schools can protect both students and staff from potentially serious diseases. By making immunizations a priority, schools can reduce the likelihood of outbreaks, keeping their communities healthier and safer.
Aqua Pennsylvania has secured $16.9 million in combined principal forgiveness and low-interest financing from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority to build five new PFAS treatment facilities. This move aims to protect the drinking water of 16,000 regional residents by addressing contamination at nine local wells.
Obesity in the United States has been climbing at a startling pace and is expected to continue rising through 2035, according to a publication by Hcplive. This projection highlights a critical health challenge that Americans may face in the coming decade.
Schizophrenia, which affects up to 0.7 percent of the population, places significant pressure on community healthcare services. Only five percent of the homeless are diagnosed, yet the challenge of providing continuous treatment and support remains complex.
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority (GMH) secured a $500,000 federal grant to strengthen its preparedness for infectious diseases. The funding is meant to bolster resources, ensuring safer healthcare conditions for Guam residents.
Flu cases have climbed across Georgia, sparking questions about whether it is too late to get vaccinated. Federal health officials have also announced new guidelines, reducing the number of diseases targeted by routine immunizations from 17 to 11.