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Detroit Legacy Business Project helps longtime businesses, round 4 deadline approaching
Detroit is offering financial support to some of its most recognizable longtime businesses through the Detroit Legacy Business Project, a grant program designed to help establishments that have served the community for 30 or more years.
Central College receives $2.5 million for TRIO Talent Search program
Central College has been awarded a $500,000 annual grant from the U.S. Department of Education to continue its Federal TRIO Talent Search Program for another five years. The funding, totaling $2.5 million, will support a program that serves about 1,000 students in the Des Moines area. Talent Search provides tutoring, counseling, mentoring, career exploration and…
Federal judge allows Paramount-Warner merger to move forward
A federal judge in Oakland has approved a settlement that allows Paramount Skydance Chief Executive David Ellison to finalize his $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Ellison is aiming
Trump cuts to climate science leave us all vulnerable
The Island always feels vulnerable when extreme weather conditions like last weekend’s early-season nor’easter start heading our way. This time was no different, especially as forecasts became more and more dramatic and television meteorologists breathlessly updated viewers from windblown shorelines, reciting scripts filled with dire warnings about heavy rain, high winds, and coastal flooding. The […]
More Than a Game: How Baseball Became a Classroom
Since 2012, Resolution Copper and the Arizona Diamondbacks have worked together to create opportunities for Arizona youth, educators and communities. What started with Science of Baseball has grown into teacher workshops, hands-on STEM experiences, youth baseball clinics, Tribal youth programming and community recreation.
Gladstone DDA adjusts facade program for downtown businesses
Approved upgrades could include signage, murals and traditional facades, with program expansion to tenants. This year, eligibility has been expanded.
Helene flooding reshaped River Arts District; leaders say recovery is far from over
The River Arts District looks dramatically different two years after Helene, but local business owners and community leaders say rebuilding is far from over.
Bates named executive director of HHS Medical Services Division | Health and Human Services North Dakota
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has named health policy expert Stephanie Bates to lead its Medical Services Division, which administers Medicaid services, the Children’s Health Insurance Program, autism services and other health-related services that benefit North Dakotans.
How a bill intended to rein in NIL and ‘protect' college sports could also save U.S. Olympic team
Exhibit A: Of the 257 U.S. athletes who won medals at the Paris Olympics two years ago, 184 had roots in an NCAA program.
Kelly Clarkson gives rare update on her dating life
The Grammy winner’s eponymous talk show aired its last episode in August after a 7-year run.
Alabama Ranked Among Nation's Top 10 States for Doing Business
Alabama has been ranked among the nation’s top 10 states for doing business, according to Area Development magazine’s 2026 Top States for Doing Business report.
State leaders tout Oklahoma's Rural Health Transformation Program
Gov. Kevin Stitt was joined by State Health Commissioner Keith Reed at Southwestern University in Weatherford to announce the latest update on Oklahoma’s Rural Health Transformation Program.
Stripe agrees to buy small-business lender Parafin
Parafin powers financing programs for Amazon and Walmart.
Sandhills Community College Small Business Center expands to Moore and Hoke Counties
Small Business Center Director, Laura Kinsman. Photo provided by: SCCSandhills Community College (SCC) is launching a redesigned Small Business Center model that expands no-cost entrepreneurial support across Moore and Hoke Counties. Rooted in the College’s commitment to strengthening small businesses and entrepreneurship as drivers of economic growth, the enhanced model is led by recently appointed Small Business Center Director, Laura Kinsman. The model also includes two new Senior Business Advisors who will provide trusted expertise, stronger community connections, and individualized guidance to entrepreneurs and business owners throughout the region.Kinsman brings a unique perspective to the director’s role as both a local business owner, operating in downtown Southern Pines, and a former Moore County educator. “Her combination of education, business ownership, leadership, and community involvement make her a great fit for the Small Business Center and the work we are continuing to build across Moore and Hoke counties,” said Taylor L. McCaskill, senior director of Workforce Development & Corporate Partnerships in a press release.Kinsman is an active member of the Southern Pines Business Association and has been connected to the Sandhills Small Business Center since the beginning of her entrepreneurial journey. She looks forward to building on that experience by strengthening the Center’s partnerships and expanding its connections throughout the community.She will lead the Center's efforts to support entrepreneurs and business owners throughout Moore and Hoke County and be the connector to the North Carolina Community College System Small Business Center Network operations. The Center offers no-cost, confidential one-on-one counseling, practical workshops, and connections to the resources and partners that help local businesses start, grow, and create jobs.A key part of this new approach, only offered at SCC, is a network of Senior Business Advisors, experienced professionals who will provide individualized guidance in areas such as business planning, finance, marketing, operations, growth strategy, and problem-solving. These advisors will serve as trusted partners to entrepreneurs and business owners, helping them turn ideas into action, overcome barriers, strengthen existing businesses, and pursue new opportunities. This one-on-one counseling is available at no cost, ensuring that high-quality business support is accessible to entrepreneurs at every stage.Senior Business Advisor for Hoke County, Kenna Parks. Photo provided by: SCCKenna Parks has been named the senior business advisor for Hoke County. She is a business professional, entrepreneur, and educator who brings a unique combination of academic training and real-world business experience. She earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) in 2017 and has built her career around entrepreneurship, marketing, business development, and helping others turn ideas into sustainable opportunities.Senior Business Advisor for Moore County, Katrin Henderson. Photo provided by: SCCAs a military spouse, she has successfully launched and operated businesses across five states, giving her firsthand experience in adapting to diverse markets, building new customer bases and understanding the importance of global reach in today’s business environment. Over the last decade, her areas of focus include business planning, marketing strategy, branding, customer development, financial preparedness, operational planning and connecting entrepreneurs with educational programs and community resources.Parks brings an especially valuable perspective to business advising because she is an entrepreneur herself. She is the owner of Glamo Society Bridal & Formal Wear in Raeford, N.C., giving her firsthand experience with the realities of launching, operating, marketing and growing a small business. She understands that entrepreneurship extends far beyond developing a great idea; it requires strategy, financial awareness, adaptability, strong customer relationships, and consistent execution.Katrin Henderson will serve as the senior business advisor for Moore County. Thriving in hospitality and retail, Henderson has enjoyed positions in Food & Beverage Management and Retail Management in various fine dining and retail establishments in the area, before opening her own children's shop in 2015, in the Village of Pinehurst. She is a native of Moore County.Quickly immersing herself in this new world of small business ownership, Henderson joined various boards and committees, including President Elect of Pinehurst Business Partners and Event Chair for the Holly Arts & Crafts Festival. She also partnered with local organizations such as Moore County Economic Development and Moore County Chamber of Commerce and Sandhills Community College Small Business Center in events and educational opportunities. In 2026, Henderson sold her shop and now offers full-time support to both new and seasoned entrepreneurs through freelance consulting mentorship and the SCC Small Business Center program.The Small Business Center team is passionate about making business resources more accessible, and ensuring entrepreneurs know they do not have to navigate business ownership alone. Through their work with SCC, they are committed to building meaningful relationships with local businesses, community organizations, and industry partners while helping entrepreneurs move from idea to strategy, strategy to action, and action to sustainable growth.“Sandhills Community College believes deeply in the power of small business and entrepreneurship because strong local businesses create jobs, spark innovation, generate investment, and strengthen the communities we serve,” said McCaskill in press release. “Through this new Small Business Center model, Sandhills is building a stronger ecosystem where entrepreneurs can connect, grow, and thrive, while helping drive long-term economic vitality throughout our region.”To learn more about the Center's services or to schedule a consultation, please contact Kinsman directly at kinsmanl@sandhills.edu or 910-695-3938.
Bruno Kramm, German Goth Musician Who Moonlighted in Politics, Dies at 58
When he wasn’t playing with the groundbreaking dark-wave band Das Ich, he was a prominent figure in his country’s fight for online free speech and digital privacy rights.
Bodies
your look inside the human body starts here. Bodies – the science within brings real human specimens, carefully and respectfully preserved, to Sacramento memorial auditorium, giving visitors …
Art therapy program targets veterans in Palm Beach County
A 2023 Census Bureau profile for Palm Beach County lists a total of 58,187 Veterans, including 53,744 males and 4,443 females. Many of these veterans suffer from depression, anxiety, antisocial
The Daily Roundup: Montana EMS Agencies Receive First Funds from Federal Health Program
The results are in: this year’s Great Fish Community Challenge was a record-breaking one, with 4,000 donors accounting for a total of $8.6 million going to nonprofits across the Flathead Valley.
AFROJACK brings CONTROL North American Tour to Brooklyn Storehouse
AFROJACK is bringing his latest chapter of dance music to Brooklyn this week as the GRAMMY Award-winning producer and DJ rakes over Brooklyn Storehouse on
'Very disappointing:' Schools scramble after lawmakers spike behavioral health grants
Ten districts and charters applied for $1.2 million for optional in-school services. A legislative committee abruptly tabled the idea last week.
‘A definite step forward’: FSU, TMH finalize landmark agreements establishing FSU Health
Florida State University and Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare have finalized a series of agreements establishing the “long-term framework of FSU Health,” according to TMH.
Eugene man sentenced in string of nine business burglaries
A man accused of breaking into multiple Eugene businesses over several months has been sentenced to supervised probation after pleading guilty to five burglary
Florida State University and Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare finalize landmark agreements advancing FSU Health
Florida State University and Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) have finalized core agreements establishing the long-term framework for FSU Health, an
Google Store Referral Program back for Pixel 11: 10% off phones, $50 Store credit
Following the Pixel 11 launch last month, the Pixel Referral Program is now back and refreshed on the Google Store.
IDEaS & AWS Launch Upskilling Course for Faculty, Research Engineers, and IT Specialists Working in Health Science Research
The fall cohort of 18 researchers will participate in a free, fully remote, 5-week program.
Florence Pugh feels ‘rage’ over Cornell sexual assault scandal: ‘Fear of it lives in our bodies’
Florence Pugh addressed Instagram censoring her post about sexual assault amid the ‘Cornell 7’ scandal: ‘The fear of it lives in our bodies,’ the ‘East of Eden’ actress said.
New Medicaid eligibility rules begin to take effect Thursday
The ongressional Budget Office projects the changes will push about 16% of people currently on Medicaid or CHIP off those programs
🚨 Fresh twist: CR7 skips Portugal training!
The psychodrama continues.A new episode this Wednesday evening in the crisis that has pitted Cristiano Ronaldo against the Portugal national team for several days!Although his coach Jorge Jesus had an...
🚨 New twist: CR7 skips Portugal training!
The psychodrama continues.Another episode this Wednesday evening in the crisis that has seemingly pitted Cristiano Ronaldo against the Portugal national team for several days now!Although his coach Jo...
A Lifelong Journey of Health, Perseverance, and Purpose: Shadia’s Story
Every year, Family Health and Fitness Day is celebrated on the last Saturday in September. It’s a day that encourages families to come together and build lifelong healthy habits. Ahead of Family Health and Fitness Day, I met with Special Olympics Bolivia athlete and Health Messenger Shadia Dueri to hear about her health journey, the lessons she has learned through Special Olympics Health programming, and how she’s using those experiences to support her community and fellow athletes today.
Make your Week 4 NFL picks
Rams look to rebound in Week 4 in a revenge game against the Eagles
Miami-Dade County’s Small Business Certification Program Creates New Pathways to Opportunity
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... For a small business owner, winning a government contract can be a significant milestone—obtaining steady revenue, scaling up your business , and achieving long-term growth. In Miami-Dade County, an important first step for many businesses is becoming certified through the County’s Small Business Development programs. Today, Miami-Dade County has 1,732 […]
Des Moines welding teacher wins $75,000 prize
Chad Donahue, a welding teacher at Des Moines schools’ Central Campus, has been named a winner of the 2026 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence, earning $75,000 for the school’s welding program. Donahue is one of 25 public high school skilled trades teachers nationwide selected for the honor and one of two…
Bloomington Police mental health program shows positive results
Early results for Bloomington Police Department’s brain health program show increased client well-being, high satisfaction, positive community reception and a meaningful reduction in barriers to accessing mental healthcare.
Davenport and NAMI bring community together to raise mental health awareness
The West Michigan affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is hosting its tenth annual NAMIWalks event on October 3 at Davenport University’s W. A. Lettinga Grand Rapids Campus. The event raises funds to support NAMI’s free programming and awareness of the mental health struggles
How Could Black, Newton Stand Out in Kings Training Camp?
Leaky Black and Tristen Newton battle to bolster Sacramento’s struggling perimeter rotation to accelerate the Kings' rebuild.
With $20M gift, Dartmouth Health to launch institute and at-home primary care program
Richard Levy donated $20 million to Dartmouth Health and the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth for the establishment of at-home primary care and palliative services and a Family Caregiver Institute to offer resources and train new members of the caregiver force.
DOJ ramps up fight against federal judges after some in Minnesota speak to media about immigration surge cases
The Justice Department is filing a judicial misconduct complaint against nearly all the federal judges in Minnesota, Attorney General Todd Blanche announced Wednesday, in an escalation in tensions between the Trump administration and the judicial branch, which came to a head during the winter surge of immigration enforcement.
Ken Griffin’s $3B Carnegie Mellon plan turbocharges Miami transformation
Since leaving Chicago in 2022, Griffin has taken dramatic steps to make his presence felt in Miami.
City seeks housing developers for vacant North Corktown lots
Detroit is offering the opportunity on 16 lots for 20 homes in the neighborhood near Michigan Central plus $2.5 million through its Small Buildings Program.
MedStar Health, Georgetown University, and The Coalition Host First Business Local Impact Connection Day -- Construction Edition
/PRNewswire/ -- MedStar Health, Georgetown University, and The Coalition, through its DC Community Anchor Partnership (DCAP) program, held the first Business...
MedStar Health, Georgetown University, and The Coalition Host First Business Local Impact Connection Day -- Construction Edition
/PRNewswire/ -- MedStar Health, Georgetown University, and The Coalition, through its DC Community Anchor Partnership (DCAP) program, held the first Business...
Oklahoma officials highlight rural health program’s first-year progress
Oklahoma is expanding rural healthcare access through new funding for workforce development, technology and medical services.
Paula Patton’s Acclaimed Thriller TV Show Returns Today on Paramount+ After 5 Year Wait
Paula Patton returns to streaming today with the long-awaited second season of her legal drama. Sacrifice Season 2 premieres on Paramount+ on September 30, nearly five years after the first season pre...
$300 bats, bleacher gossip and 'the drip': 4 baseball moms reality-check 'Team Moms: Baseball'
We asked four baseball moms to watch Kim Kardashian's "Team Moms: Baseball." The sideline drama felt familiar. The moms toting Chanel bags and boys wearing Balenciaga sandals? Not so much.
J.W. Simpson Library Slates Fall Programming
CRAFTSBURY — J.W. Simpson Memorial Library has new creative programs every other Thursday afternoon for all ages, a Charity and Sylvia book discussion at the Care Center, and an author
The Hyde Amendment's 50th Anniversary: Enough is Enough
Today is the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment, a budget rider that bars federal insurance programs from covering abortion care. Physicians for Reproductive Health President and CEO, Dr. Jamila Perritt, shares reflections.
Top Ranking for Bellevue University's Counseling Master's
CounselingPsychology.org ranked Bellevue University's Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program No. 2 among counseling master's programs in Nebraska for 2027. The ranking recognizes Bellevue University's CACREP-accredited program and its online format designed to support students preparing for counseling careers and licensur...
Health Foundation of South Florida Awards $300,000 to Bring Vision Care to Low-Income Schoolchildren in Miami-Dade and Broward
Grant will support mobile optometric clinics delivering free eye exams and prescription eyeglasses through Miami Lighthouse for the Blind’s Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program Sept. 3, 2026 — The Health Foundation of South Florida has awarded a $300,000 grant over two years to Miami Lighthouse for the Blind to support its Florida Heiken Children’s Vision […]
Intern program highlights careers beyond bedside
ECU Health's Talent Acquisition team launched a new non-clinical internship program this past summer to promote careers in health care.
Instagram rolls out an AI video assistant for creators
This conversational AI assistant is intended to provide personalized feedback to creators, rather than generic advice.
Stellar Science with Mineral & Gem Museum
NORWAY — Deborah Johnson, Education Outreach Coordinator at the Maine Mineral and Gem Museum, will present a series of science programs for grades 1-6. They are scheduled for early release
Jean Arnault, Russell Wilson, and Gordon Ramsey Headline Expanded F1 Business Summit
The F1 Business Summit, announced to be returning to the Las Vegas Strip just over two months ago, finally has a keynote and a full list of panelists to round o
Small Gym September: Meet Step Ahead All-Stars
Hear more about the story of Step Ahead All-Stars, a Miami-based program that is 7x NCA National Champions, World Champions, & D2 Summit Champions!
Do parents make the politician? Find out on the Today programme’s psychotherapy couch
Dad’s the word for Andy Burnham, so maybe all party leaders should be seen afresh through a Freudian lens
Brian Latour: Library to offer exciting fall programming
The library is augmenting our ever-growing book collection with some great programming for all ages this autumn.
Dear Abby | Senior discovers beau's younger paramour
Dear Abby: I'm a senior woman who has been dating someone for three years. He is my age. I recently learned he has been cheating on me with a much
Small Signals, Big Effects: Why Symbolic Policies Matter for Climate Politics -
In the APSA Public Scholarship Program, graduate students in political science produce summaries of new research in the American Political Science Review. This piece, written by Ximena Caló, covers the new article by Theodore Tallent, [...]
Small Signals, Big Effects: Why Symbolic Policies Matter for Climate Politics -
In the APSA Public Scholarship Program, graduate students in political science produce summaries of new research in the American Political Science Review. This piece, written by Ximena Caló, covers the new article by Theodore Tallent, [...]
The Legal and Policy Landscape of Crisis Pregnancy Centers
This brief examines the legal status of Crisis Pregnancy Centers, attempts to regulate them, and future efforts to expand their footprints as they gain more recognition and funding from local, state, and federal programs.
Exclusive: Africa aid cuts provide health ‘opportunity’
Governments across the continent relied heavily on USAID, Washington’s development agency, to fund health programs before it was shuttered last year.
ROSES-25: D.9 HWO-ICA: Correction Regarding Collaborators
The ROSES-25 program element D. 9 Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO) Instrument Concept Assessments (HWO-ICA) solicits proposals to support maturation of the HWO mission concept.
AAS 249: Abstract Deadline Extended to 5 October
The abstract deadline for the 249th AAS meeting has been extended to Monday, 5 October 2026 at 11:59p Eastern (8:59p Pacific). Submit Your Abstract Today!
Pocket Entertainment: Interview With Co-Founder And CEO Rohan Nayak About AI-Powered Storytelling And The Single-Person Studio
Pocket Entertainment is building an entertainment ecosystem that connects storytelling, creation, production, distribution, localization, and audience engagement. The company operates Pocket FM, its flagship serialized audio drama platform, and has expanded into short-form visual entertainment through Pocket Saga while developing AI tools such as Sherpa that helps creators develop ideas and build characters, worlds, story arcs and episodes. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Pocket Entertainment Co-Founder and CEO Rohan Nayak to learn more about the company’s origins, its evolution beyond audio entertainment, and how AI could enable individual creators to build global entertainment franchises.
Xbox Disc-To-Digital Program Now Available For All Players
You can now use your physical game discs to unlock and play their digital counterparts. - Game Informer
FAU’s MBA in Sport Management Ranks No. 7 Globally
Florida Atlantic University’s MBA in Sport Management program rose three spots to No. 7 worldwide for 2026, according to SportBusiness, a London-based sports intelligence and analysis firm.
UW Health at Meriter trains AI to help guide NICU breathing procedures
Researchers are taking video from those procedures, cutting it into thousands of frames and using the images to teach AI to recognize anatomy.
Spooky fun and science at Mountain View Regional Library
Mountain View Regional Library in East Cobb hosts Halloween fun and science events in October 2026, including programs for children and teens
Deborah Sathe to lead new drama indie, CliffEdge Entertainment
BBC Studios is launching a new scripted production label, CliffEdge Entertainment.
LSUA earns national recognition for preparing future elementary teachers in science of reading
Louisiana State University of Alexandria’s undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program has earned an A+ rating from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), placing it among the nat…
Trump’s shift from ‘Housing First’ is causing upheaval for homelessness programs and many they serve
The Trump administration is shifting federal policy and dollars away from the “Housing First” approach that has been at the heart of federal homelessness policy.
Newly proposed federal rules would have “disastrous” impact on Medicaid, insurance funding, state says
Proposed federal rules could cut hundreds of millions of dollars annually for Medicaid and also impact health insurance programs, state says.
Trump can't stop America's shift to clean energy. And we can accelerate it.
The cost of clean energy just keeps falling as the price of coal ramps up. Politicians promising affordability will follow those savings no matter who is in the White House. And in the meantime, there are ways to speed up the transition.
When “DEI” research is cut, what happens to community health?
“I’m just going to run to the grocery store!” How many times have we said this without thinking about it? For most of us, it's usually an easy walk or a short drive to get the cheese we forgot. In reality, though, 13% of the U.S. population (about 39 million people) live in “food deserts,” which means living more than a mile from a grocery store in urban areas and more than 10 miles in rural areas. This was the case for people in Pittsburgh’s Hill District, where a quick run to buy food wasn’t an option. In the 1930s, federal maps marked the Hill as "hazardous" for lending, a practice known as redlining that steered investment away from Black neighborhoods. Decades of disinvestment followed, and residents went about 30 years without a nearby grocery store. This made it hard to keep healthy eating habits and contributed to chronic disease. When a grocery store finally opened in the area in 2013, researchers saw the opportunity and launched the PHRESH study, which initially compared the health of participants from the Hill district to those in the Homewood district. Over time, the study expanded to other factors such as brain health and Alzheimer's risk. Residents like Roderick Blair overcame initial hesitation to share their health data, trusting it would benefit their neighborhood. Then, in August 2026, the NIH abruptly canceled the study’s grant, citing that it was “subjective” and fell outside their scientific scope—an effect of the administration’s interpretation of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Research like PHRESH can help determine what changes in a neighborhood actually improve health, so cutting it has left that question unanswered. Other canceled studies have examined health issues like maternal health, preterm birth rates, or sickle cell disease. Courts have reversed some of these grant cancellations, but not all of them. If we really want America to be healthier, research into why some communities get sicker than others is absolutely critical. The law that created the federal minority health research institute passed with bipartisan support in 2000. But these days, as evidenced by grant cancellations, the political shift in attitudes toward DEI means we often lose access to the health information we need to help all communities thrive. DEI vs. health equity vs. equality and the overlap (or lack thereof) The letters “DEI” evoke very different reactions depending on who you are in the U.S. DEI programs can address gender, disability, age, and other factors, but the fiercest debate centers on race. For some people, hearing DEI brings to mind policies that may have cost them a job or a college seat because they are white. Others see DEI as a matter of justice: a way to expand representation and opportunity for groups that have been historically marginalized. Both perspectives are rooted in lived experience, and both center on the same question: whether hiring and admissions practices are fair. Hiring and admission practices, though related, are not the same as health equity. Health equity is “the attainment of the highest level of health for all people.” It’s the recognition that some groups of people consistently experience worse health outcomes than others. For instance, black mothers die from pregnancy-related complications at three times the rate of white mothers, and rural Americans are more likely to die from issues such as heart disease and cancer. Equity is also often conflated with “equality,” which leads to misunderstanding of how to actually best support communities. Equality ignores the fact that we aren’t all starting life with the same resources or circumstances, whereas equity is about helping people get what they specifically need based on their situation so they have the chance to achieve the same outcome as anyone else. For example, if every household in Pittsburgh got a $30 grocery gift card, that would be equal. But during the decades the Hill District went without a grocery store, that card wouldn’t have helped much. Equity means making sure everyone can actually access a store in the first place. DEI policies can overlap with health equity in many ways. For example, they may help expand access to quality education and stable, well-paying jobs, which in turn can provide health insurance, safer housing, and improved finances—all of which can reduce health disparities. But to make that happen, we first need data to identify disparities in communities and to develop solutions that effectively address them. What we lose when the research stops Community data is important to health equity because: You can’t fix what you don’t see: Data show which communities are most affected by health factors such as infection, heart disease, and cancer. If we don’t know what is happening and where, then we can’t develop interventions to help. Poor health costs everyone: Chronic disease is expensive—both to the individual person and to the overall economy. Understanding what groups of people are most at risk allows us to develop interventions that can save everyone money. Disparities exist for many communities: Health equity includes disparities that exist due to a whole host of factors, such as family background, race and ethnicity, rural vs. suburban residence, gender and sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, and lower income. This means many Americans can benefit from research into differences in health outcomes and how to improve them. Trust is easy to lose: Some participants in the PHRESH study were initially vocal about their concerns about participating. But that trust was earned because the researchers kept their promises and centered their work on the community. When projects are canceled mid-cycle, researchers have no choice but to leave behind communities they had promised to help. This hurts trust in the long run. It’s also a very inefficient use of resources, and it will take significant time and effort to redo the work when the government realizes this work is important again. How should we talk about health equity? This is hard because the words “equity” and “DEI” are currently very politically charged. So whether you’re a public health professional, teacher, or friend, how we talk about this topic matters. The right framing can help people who might otherwise be skeptical see why health equity research is important and deserves funding. Here are some suggestions to help your conversations: Choose your words strategically: Who are you trying to reach with your message? Are they likely to be resistant to terms like “diversity” and “equity”? If so, find alternative words to use to still get the message across. It is frustrating to be in that position, but the goal of improving health is too important not to try to make inroads. Sometimes simply reframing can help the message reach those who need to hear it. Focus on the problem: The terms “health equity” and “DEI” are abstract. Make it more specific. For example, discuss differences in maternal death or ways to improve health outcomes in rural communities. These still have equity at their core but will likely be better understood by those you’re talking with. Focus on systems: Disparities exist, but if they are communicated poorly, people can mistakenly think the issue is the individual’s fault. Disparities are largely driven by failures of the system—such as lack of access to health care and a long legacy of racism. When discussing the disparities, frame them around these systemic issues to ensure blame isn’t placed on the individuals impacted. Tell stories: Personalize these policies by using stories from those impacted that connect to the data you’re trying to convey. This helps make the policies and outcomes more concrete and meaningful. Bottom line Some communities end up sicker than others. That’s just the facts. We can argue about the best way to do that research, but canceling it simply because it may be linked to DEI doesn’t make anyone healthier. It just leaves communities like the Hill district behind. And in the end, it causes us all to move backward in our efforts to improve health in this country. Love, EM Big thanks to MacKenzie Isaac & Legairre Radden, who reviewed this piece and generously shared their expertise and lived experience to help improve it. Dr. Liz Marnik, PhD, is Executive Director of The Evidence Collective and a science communicator and immunologist working at the intersection of public trust, science, and public health. To discuss communication training on topics like health equity and storytelling, email Liz at liz@yle.health or learn more on our website. Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE) comprises a team of experts, ranging from physicians to immunologists to epidemiologists to nutritionists, working together with one goal: to “translate” ever-evolving public health science so that people are well-equipped to make evidence-based decisions. The YLE suite of newsletters reaches over 475,000 people across more than 132 countries. This newsletter is free to everyone, thanks to the generous support of fellow YLE community members. To support the effort, subscribe or upgrade below: Your Local Epidemiologist is a reader-supported publication. 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Governor, health commissioner tout Oklahoma's Rural Hospital Transformation Program
Gov. Kevin Stitt was joined by State Health Commissioner Keith Reed at Southwestern University in Weatherford to announce the latest update on Oklahoma’s Rural Hospital Transformation Program.
What's behind HHS claims that gender-affirming care 'may' radicalize
The report is the agency's latest effort to chip away at trust in established health care models for transgender people. Critics say it frames transgender identity as illegitimate or even dangerous.
Can Great Drama Series Change the World, Iberseries 2026 Panel Asks
Creatives behind the likes of 'Borgen,' 'The Best Immigrant,' eco-thriller 'After Us,' sexual aggression drama 'Pubertat,' and historical HIV drama 'Henki' shared their motivations and goals at Iberseries.
Animal Science Program to develop workforce for animal-related industries and livestock production
University launches Animal Science degree to support Nevada's livestock and agricultural industries
Borussia Dortmund administrative trio receives contract extensions
Borussia Dortmund have extended the contracts of Carsten Cramer, Lars Ricken and Thomas Treß. At the same time, Cramer has been promoted to Chairman of the Management Board with immediate effect.Cram...
9/11 health research program will be fully funded, officials say
World Trade Center Health Program officials had said $13 million could be lost.
Los Angeles Mayoral Candidates Vie for Undecided Voters
Mayor Karen Bass and her onetime ally, Nithya Raman, made their case to voters with just five weeks left until the election.
A Microbiologist Dissects the Science of Infection in Movies
An infection control scientist binge-watches decades of outbreaks, pathogens, and pandemic drama to find out which shows and films hit the mark with infections.
Hampton Roads museums undergo expansions
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GO TEC survives funding shortfall
Go TEC, a Virginia vocational education program, survives after losing state funding, relying on other sources to sustain and expand its workforce pipeline.
Protesters push Drexel to accept funding to keep museum at Academy of Natural Sciences open
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Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, Answers: Wednesday, September 30 (An Instrumental Destination)
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Paramount streaming chief exits ahead of Warner Bros. Discovery merger
Paramount Skydance's streaming head exits ahead of the WBD merger. She told staff CEO David Ellison was "optimizing for HBO stability."
CBS gives Broncos B+ grade for comeback win on ‘SNF’
The Denver Broncos get high marks from CBS for their thrilling comeback win over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 3.
Building Automation for Good: Energy Efficiency & Business Benefits (VNC Panel Recap)
PANELISTS Emily Lindahl | Oak View Group / Director, Sustainability (moderator)Greg Farley | MD Energy Advisors / Director of Strategic Energy ProgramsOmar
Messmer, Shorewood, Dominican football co-op set to dissolve
Messmer, Shorewood and Dominican will end their shared football program after the 2026 season.
Cindy Holland Leaves Paramount Streaming as Casey Bloys Is Set to Lead Combined Services
Paramount streaming chief Cindy Holland left on Tuesday. HBO's Casey Bloys is expected to run the combined streaming business after the…
Paramount streaming chief Cindy Holland exits studio
The announcement comes as Paramount waits for a judge's approval of its $111-billion purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery.
CAS launches program for breakthroughs at science frontiers
A local worker makes wooden handicrafts at a company in Wangnao village, Funan county on April 14. (Photo/Xinhua) Wangnao village, located in Funan county, east China's Anhui province, encouraged its residents to start a company and make and sell wooden handcrafts in 2019. The company has now p...
With no FEMA funding, program supporting LA fire victims set to sunset
Since the fires, CORE has helped 904 households, has hundreds of active cases it’s working on, and hundreds more on a wait list
With no FEMA funding, program supporting LA fire victims set to sunset
Since the fires, CORE has helped 904 households, has hundreds of active cases it’s working on, and hundreds more on a wait list
Xbox Disc-To-Digital Officially Exits Testing
The Xbox Disc-to-Digital licensing program recently launched to insiders, effectively paving the way to a discless future for Xbox, while still allowing the brand to market its console as backwards compatible. Following just over a month of public testing, Microsoft has just announced that the...
Hancock play space aims to tackle student needs with summer program
While not a day care service, the business is aware of the area's need for such services and hopes the program will help.