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Committee recommends permits to extend Springfield dispensary hours

Committee recommends permits to extend Springfield dispensary hours

After a drive-thru dispensary requested the city change its hours of operation regulations, a council committee is recommending a different approach.
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Parkview Health Offers Free Maternal Fitness Program for Pregnant and Postpartum Mothers

Parkview Health Offers Free Maternal Fitness Program for Pregnant and Postpartum Mothers

Parkview Health Offers Free Maternal Fitness Program for Pregnant and Postpartum Mothers
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We're ignoring the cause of homelessness, and how to solve it | Opinion

We're ignoring the cause of homelessness, and how to solve it | Opinion

What if America treated homelessness with one foundational belief – that every person has immeasurable value and was created for a purpose?
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Feeling tired? You're not alone, new CDC report says

Feeling tired? You're not alone, new CDC report says

Fatigue is "generally defined as physical or mental tiredness or exhaustion that does not improve with additional sleep or rest."
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Pediatric Pandemic Network Secures $22.5 Million Annual Funding, Rebrands as Pediatric Prevention Network

Pediatric Pandemic Network Secures $22.5 Million Annual Funding, Rebrands as Pediatric Prevention Network

The organization formerly known as the Pediatric Pandemic Network has been awarded $22.5 million annually in continued funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). With this renewed investment, the network will transition its name to the Pediatric Prevention Network. This funding will enable the network to broaden its scope beyond pandemic preparedness, focusing on strengthening pediatric response capabilities across various settings, including rural, remote, and tribal areas. Key initiatives under the new mandate will involve direct engagement with families and youth, providing mental and behavioral health support, and specifically addressing the needs of children and youth with special health care requirements. Lurie Children's has been a significant contributor to the network over the past five years, co-leading activities in areas such as network evaluation, infectious diseases, disaster management, behavioral health, and community engagement. The Pediatric Prevention Network w...
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Austin Mayor Kirk Watson Urges Central Health to Prioritize Mental Health Funding, Threatens Tax Rate Increase Opposition

Austin Mayor Kirk Watson Urges Central Health to Prioritize Mental Health Funding, Threatens Tax Rate Increase Opposition

Austin Mayor Kirk Watson has publicly urged Central Health, Travis County's healthcare agency for low-income residents, to significantly increase its investment in mental health initiatives, particularly the 'No Wrong Door' program. Watson's call comes as Travis County commissioners prepare to vote on Central Health's proposed budget, which includes a 6% property tax rate increase. The Mayor emphasized the 'immediate and urgent need' for inpatient psychiatric care, citing a report from the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute that identified at least 950 individuals in Austin experiencing homelessness due to behavioral health challenges. Watson explicitly stated that he would not support Central Health's proposed tax rate increase unless the agency commits to substantial funding for the 'No Wrong Door' program, which aims to reduce cycles of arrests, emergency room visits, and homelessness among individuals with complex social and behavioral health needs. The proposed budget allocates $54 million for new...
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Clean Eating Emphasizes Wholesome Foods but Can Lead to Food Guilt, Experts Warn

Clean Eating Emphasizes Wholesome Foods but Can Lead to Food Guilt, Experts Warn

Clean Eating Emphasizes Wholesome Foods but Can Lead to Food Guilt, Experts Warn
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North Carolina Allocates $1.25 Million in Federal Funding for School-Based Health Centers

North Carolina Allocates $1.25 Million in Federal Funding for School-Based Health Centers

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) have announced an allocation of $1.25 million in federal funding to expand school-based health centers. This investment aims to enhance preventive and acute healthcare, nutrition support, and behavioral health services for students, particularly in rural areas. The funding is part of the North Carolina Rural Health Transformation Program (NCRHTP), a statewide initiative designed to address long-standing challenges in rural healthcare access. Five organizations—Appalachian District Health Department, Blue Ridge Community Health Services, First Health of the Carolinas, Mountain Community Health Partnership, and Wilson County Health Department—will receive these funds. Eligibility for the funding required applicants to have an active grant agreement with NCDHHS’ Department of Child and Family Well-being, operate a school-based health center program, and serve areas with limited access to health providers...
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California Study Tracks Adolescent Cannabis Use Disorder After Legalization

California Study Tracks Adolescent Cannabis Use Disorder After Legalization

A recent study in California is tracking the incidence of Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) among adolescents following the state's cannabis legalization. This research distinguishes between the impact of the law's passage and the subsequent retail implementation, analyzing diagnosis patterns across a large health system population. The study's findings indicate that a rise in recorded CUD diagnoses could represent either an actual increase in disorder, improved recognition and diagnosis, or a combination of both. It emphasizes the importance of tracking incident disorder diagnoses as a specific clinical outcome, rather than solely focusing on general cannabis use prevalence. The research highlights that while the 'should we digitize' question has been largely addressed, the complexities of 'what comes after go-live' are now at the forefront of policy considerations.
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From the Darkroom shows Shady Dell students performing in 1948

From the Darkroom shows Shady Dell students performing in 1948

A 1948 photo captured Shady Dell students performing at a meeting of Greene County school boards in Springfield.
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Brisk Daily Walking Improves Health and Well-being for Adults Over 60

Brisk Daily Walking Improves Health and Well-being for Adults Over 60

Brisk Daily Walking Improves Health and Well-being for Adults Over 60
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Onelife Fitness Greenbrier Offers Comprehensive Fitness Programs and Amenities in Chesapeake, VA

Onelife Fitness Greenbrier Offers Comprehensive Fitness Programs and Amenities in Chesapeake, VA

Onelife Fitness Greenbrier Offers Comprehensive Fitness Programs and Amenities in Chesapeake, VA