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A new treatment center opening in Muncie, Indiana fills a critical gap in a community that's faced some of the highest rates of substance use disorder in the state. The facility brings medical detox, treatment planning, and recovery support to people who previously had limited local options.
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center is using $900,000 in federal funds to create New Hampshire's first specialized inpatient treatment program for pregnant women with substance use disorder. The program will help mothers safely start recovery while preparing to welcome their babies.
A new study of over 2,000 teenagers reveals that regular, high-quality family dinners can reduce alcohol, cannabis, and vaping use by up to 34%. The simple act of eating together creates protective connections that help teens make healthier choices.
University of Cincinnati researchers developed an AI that can predict substance use disorder with up to 83% accuracy using just a simple picture rating task on a smartphone. The breakthrough could help patients get treatment faster by overcoming the biggest barrier: denial and stigma.
Veterans in Maine can now get residential substance abuse treatment without leaving the state for the first time ever. The new Togus VA facility brings critical care closer to home for thousands of service members.
A new study from Tufts University reveals that regular family meals can reduce alcohol, vaping, and cannabis use among most teens by 22% to 34%. The simple practice of eating together creates protective communication patterns that help keep kids safer.
OpenAI is rolling out protective features for teenage users, including options to turn off human-like voices and regular reminders that ChatGPT is AI. The updates aim to support healthy development and reinforce real-world relationships for young people using the popular chatbot.
Veterans in Maine no longer need to travel out of state for residential addiction treatment. The historic Togus VA Medical Center just opened a 12-bed facility dedicated to helping veterans recover close to home and family.
South Korea is testing whether artificial intelligence can help government support reach the small businesses that need it most. Six AI startups are building smart matching systems using public data to connect entrepreneurs with the right funding, advice, and programs.
A group of mothers in Elizabethton gathered to share anonymous recovery stories, highlighting the strength it takes to heal from substance use disorder while raising children. Their message: recovery is possible when communities support instead of judge.
The Cancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel Valley is celebrating three decades of helping cancer patients with their 36th Annual Angel Gala this April. The event brings together survivors, supporters, and donors to honor the community that makes free cancer care possible.
Facing severe staff shortages, special education teachers are turning to artificial intelligence tools to help serve over 7 million students with disabilities. The technology shows promise in reducing paperwork and supporting overwhelmed educators, though experts are carefully watching how it develops.
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is empowering service members and civilians to become peer supporters who connect colleagues with mental health and wellness resources. The program breaks down barriers to care by using trusted workplace relationships.
Nigerian researchers just published groundbreaking studies using "Psycho Intelligence" to create AI systems that truly understand and support autistic people. This new field combines artificial intelligence with psychology to build technology that responds to human emotions and communication patterns.
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After her son was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at six months old, Keneilwe Dikoma spent three decades learning to care for him. Now she's using everything she learned to help other families in her rural village navigate disability with hope and community support.
A Swiss brown cow in Austria has stunned scientists by using a broom as a tool, carefully selecting which end to use based on where she wants to scratch. This is the first documented case of a cow not only using a tool but adjusting it for different body parts.
A breast cancer survivor in Coryell County launched a new support group to help others facing the disease. The group offers a safe space for patients, survivors, and families to connect and heal together.
A rural Texas county struck a creative deal with wind companies: tax breaks in exchange for funding senior programs. The arrangement saved a local Meals on Wheels program and keeps older residents thriving in their community.
Zamfara State is establishing a Victims Support Fund to help communities recover from violence while working toward lasting peace. The initiative ensures that as former combatants are reintegrated, victims receive equal attention and support. #
Buying a used electric vehicle just became the smartest money move for American drivers. Thanks to a surge in available inventory and rock-bottom prices, used EVs are beating gas cars on every financial metric.
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