Houston: In a move that could significantly alter the trajectory of biomedical research in the United States, the federal government has announced it will end funding for several vaccine development projects involving messenger RNA (mRNA) technology. This decision, led by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., marks a pivot in the government's health strategy, opting instead to channel funding through BARDA, the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Author

The Eta Nu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. is inviting the central Ohio community to come together for a meaningful cause at the inaugural Walk With Me Sugar: 5K Run/Walk Against Diabetes. This special event will take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Genoa Park, located at 303 W. Broad Street in Columbus. Designed to raise awareness about diabetes while celebrating culture and promoting health, this event is free and open to all. Participants can join

The Food and Drug Administration has announced a new regulation that will require every prescription for opioid pain medications to carry a warning label highlighting the risks associated with long-term use. This decision comes as part of the agency's ongoing efforts to combat the rising number of opioid-related overdoses and deaths across the United States. Data has consistently shown that a significant percentage of unintentional overdoses occur after individuals are initially prescribe

Authorities in Ocean City, Maryland, are investigating a serious incident involving carbon monoxide exposure at a hotel that left multiple guests requiring medical evaluation. The incident occurred at the Ashore Hotel on Coastal Highway on Friday morning after alarms detected the dangerous gas. Emergency services were promptly dispatched to the location following the activation of the carbon monoxide alarm at approximately 11 a.m. Responders quickly began assessing the situation and evaluatin

The nonprofit organization Connected Horse is hosting its annual "Lassos with Love" fundraiser in Pleasanton on Sunday, Sept. 7, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at the Five Star Equestrian Center. This special event is designed to support equine-assisted therapy for dementia patients and their caregivers, an initiative that has shown profound benefits in reducing anxiety, depression, and PTSD, while boosting self-esteem, trust, and emotional regulation.

Many people reach for a cigarette to relieve stress, believing it will help calm their nerves and provide immediate relief. A stressful day at work, family tension, or even mounting pressures in life often leads to this habitual response. However, smoking is far from the stress relief people think it is. In reality, it is a dangerous trap that perpetuates anxiety and worsens mental health in the long run. Nicotine, t