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School social workers at Indianapolis Public Schools are changing lives daily by supporting students facing mental health challenges, housing insecurity, and family crises. Their work creates safe spaces where students can thrive both academically and emotionally.
The Gambia's Youth and Sports Minister pledged to use athletics as a powerful tool for building healthier, more inclusive communities. Speaking at the Commonwealth Sports Ministers' Meeting in Glasgow, Minister Bakary Y. Badjie outlined his vision for sport-driven social change.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu is rallying nations to invest in science-backed health systems and collaborative solutions. Her World Health Day message champions the One Health approach that connects human, animal, and environmental wellbeing.
In a groundbreaking verdict, a US court ruled Meta and Google intentionally built addictive platforms that damaged a young woman's mental health, awarding her $6 million. The decision opens the door for thousands of similar lawsuits against tech companies. ##
France is racing to become the second country in the world to ban social media for children under 15, with President Macron fast-tracking legislation to protect young minds from harmful online content. The move could spark a global wave of similar protections as countries prioritize children's mental health over tech profits.
The United Arab Emirates launched a unified national health platform at the World Health Expo 2026, bringing together six major health authorities to demonstrate how the country is using data, innovation, and coordination to build a healthier future. The Emirates Health platform showcases real tools already saving lives and strengthening healthcare across the nation.
Dr Tanaya Narendra got fed up with dangerous health misinformation flooding social media. Now nearly two million women follow her frank answers about periods, fertility, and the "embarrassing" questions they're too afraid to ask doctors in person.
Meta, TikTok, YouTube, Snap, and other major platforms are voluntarily submitting to independent safety ratings focused on protecting teen mental health. The new system will grade how well each platform shields users aged 13-19 from harmful content.
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.
Egypt has banned Australian alternative health promoter Barbara O'Neill from all media platforms after health authorities exposed her dangerous medical misinformation. The move protects millions from false claims about cancer treatments, vaccines, and infant nutrition.
Sudan's health authorities confirm no cholera deaths nationwide for several consecutive weeks, marking a significant victory in disease control. Health teams are now focusing on containing dengue fever and other emerging health challenges across the country.
A Moroccan medical student is using social media to combat dangerous health misinformation, reaching over 100,000 young followers with evidence-based education. Doc.karami is bridging the gap between medical science and the millions scrolling through viral health trends.
Ghana's National Health Insurance Authority just paid out nearly $24 million to healthcare facilities in two months, ensuring doctors and nurses can keep delivering care. The payments reached over 80% of public and private health facilities across the country.
French lawmakers just passed a historic bill to ban social media for children under 15, joining Australia in putting children's wellbeing before screen time. The move comes after health experts warned about cyberbullying, sleep loss, and mental health risks facing young users.
An MIT senior who started college planning to be a doctor discovered a bigger mission: using technology and community partnerships to solve health disparities across three continents. Her AI-powered health chatbot is now bridging care gaps in rural Argentina.
Kenya's government is working directly with teachers' unions to fix longstanding healthcare problems and improve benefits under the Social Health Authority. The move aims to restore confidence in the health system for hundreds of thousands of educators nationwide.
Britain just became the first major European nation to ban social media for children under 16, with huge fines for companies that don't comply. Over 90% of parents supported the move after seeing social media's impact on their kids' happiness.
A sweeping review of 24 years of research reveals wild blueberries can improve blood vessel function within hours and support heart health, gut health, and memory with regular intake. The tiny berries work through multiple pathways, with gut bacteria playing a surprising starring role.
Morocco just strengthened healthcare access across three continents by signing cooperation agreements with Indonesia, Libya, and Latvia. The partnerships aim to expand universal health coverage and medical innovation for millions.
Brazil just unveiled a groundbreaking digital platform that puts scientific research, health data, and policy tools in one place for thousands of local health officials. The new Observatory on Health Policies will help cities make better healthcare decisions backed by real evidence.
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