The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a warning about the increased risk of dengue fever in the United States, marking a significant public health concern. The increased risk of dengue infections in the US is particularly concerning as it represents a shift in the geographical spread of this mosquito-borne disease.
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Hurricanes Cooking up an Intense Season
The onset of the hurricane season has brought renewed attention to the impacts and preparedness efforts necessary to mitigate the damage caused by these powerful storms. The increasing intensity and frequency of hurricanes are attributed to global warming and climate change, posing significant risks to lives, property, and economies.
Study Reveals Increasing Polarization in Climate Change Coverage Between Elite and Heartland News Sources
New research led by the University of California San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy reveals a crucial disparity in how climate change is reported across different types of news outlets and locations.
Mercy Medical Center & Zinnia Film’s “Medoscopy” Program Wins 2024 Telly Award Talk show receives Bronze Telly for Public Awareness, Interest Online
Mercy Medical Center in conjunction with Zinnia Films has received a Bronze Telly Award for excellence for its ongoing talk show series, “Medoscopy”, in the “Public Awareness & Interest – ONLINE” category.
Residents of Rural ‘Glades’ Take a ‘Leap of Faith’ to Combat Dementia
Compared to urban dwellers, racially/ethnically diverse older adults face up to an 80 percent greater risk of cognitive impairment in older age, and 2.5 times potentially preventable Alzheimer’s-related (ADRD) hospitalizations.