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A groundbreaking pilot in South Africa is fighting childhood stunting by giving vulnerable mothers food vouchers and personal support during pregnancy. Early results show the program is reaching families who need help most.
After a stroke at 39 forced him to relearn cutting hair with his non-dominant hand, Craig Hunt partnered with the American Heart Association to bring free health screenings to barbershops across Iowa. Now over 80 locations offer the life-saving service.
A small town in Saskatchewan is rallying behind families affected by cystic fibrosis, with youth bakers and community volunteers kicking off a week of heartfelt fundraising. Their efforts are building connections that organizers say matter just as much as the dollars raised.
Communities across Alaska are throwing celebrations throughout June to honor the state's 38,000 cancer survivors with picnics, 5Ks, and music events. National Cancer Survivors Day on June 7 kicks off a month of statewide recognition showing that life after diagnosis can thrive.
A new comprehensive guide shows organizations how to secure funding for Mental Health First Aid programs, making mental health education more accessible to communities nationwide. The step-by-step resource covers everything from finding grants to writing winning applications.
Cancer survivors in Watertown, New York, will gather for a special celebration honoring their strength and resilience. The Hope Grows Here event creates space for connection, healing, and hope.
A McKeesport nonprofit is turning a hospital tradition into a global moment of recognition. Cancer survivors everywhere are invited to let their phones ring at 3 p.m. on National Cancer Survivor Day.
A California county task force is winning the battle against fentanyl with an impressive 91% success rate and zero youth deaths in two years. After $11 million in state funding, the program has removed 223 pounds of fentanyl from streets and transformed hundreds of lives.
Five communities in Sudan's Al-Gezira State are getting their hospitals and health clinics rebuilt thanks to a new partnership bringing clean water and better care to thousands. The project marks a major step forward in restoring healthcare access across four states.
When seasonal farmworkers in South Africa couldn't get to daytime clinics, health workers brought the clinic to them after hours. Four mobile units now serve Robertson's township every week, making healthcare accessible for the first time to hundreds of families.
Knox Community Hospital is hosting a free celebration for cancer survivors and their guests, complete with dinner, music, and stories of hope. The "Hope Grows Here" event honors anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer, recognizing that survival begins the moment of diagnosis.
People who've recovered from psychosis are now guiding current patients through their healing journey in Uganda, proving that lived experience can be the most powerful medicine. The program is restoring hope and dignity to those facing one of the world's most stigmatized conditions.
Paralympic legend Dame Sarah Storey joined a community walk through her hometown, discovering parks and waterways she never knew existed despite training there for years. The event brought together people of all ages to celebrate how walking builds health and connection.
More than 18.6 million Americans are cancer survivors today, and Quincy's Blessing Hospital wants every single one of them to celebrate. A free community event welcomes survivors and their families to rock out together this June.
Six health champions from five continents received top global honors for bringing lifesaving care to the world's most underserved communities. Their work proves that innovation and compassion can transform health systems from the ground up.
Sioux City just began construction on a facility that will house 65 men in a 9-12 month program combining therapy, mentorship, and community support. The project aims to break cycles of addiction and transform lives in a county hit hard by overdose deaths.
What started with twelve cancer survivors climbing Utah's highest peak in 1996 has become a beloved annual tradition serving hundreds. This July, Survivors at the Summit marks three decades of hope, healing, and community.
A Nebraska hospital and safety group are making bike helmets affordable for families at just $10, after preventing 250 head injuries in three years. The event pairs safety with summer fun at the local library.
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center opens its doors to the entire community for National Cancer Survivors Day, featuring wellness activities, expert connections, and a special visit from cyclists riding cross-country for cancer research. No appointment needed.
A Nebraska hospital is making sure local kids can ride bikes without risking brain injuries. For three years running, they've fitted hundreds of children with proper helmets at a price any family can afford.
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