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Programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to address Alzheimer’s, drowning and rape prevention lack the staff needed to function. Democrats say what’s happening is illegal

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention still has an Alzheimer’s disease program. Congress appropriated $41 million to it this year. There’s just no one staffing it

Childhood obesity can be effectively treated through a family-based program provided through their local pediatrician, a new clinical trial says

Immunization remains one of the most effective tools in public health, protecting against preventable diseases, mitigating outbreaks, and reducing long-term health care costs. To inform a forward-looking roadmap for immunization leadership over the next five years, ASTHO engaged national immunization partners and health officials. The resulting resource highlights priorities, strategies, and coordinated actions to consider…

Muna Al-Khaifi, GP Oncologist at Mount Sinai Hospital (Toronto), Sinai Health. This article explores the growing evidence supporting combined lifestyle interventions (CLIs) as an integral component of cancer survivorship care. Drawing on a large systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, it examines whether interventions targeting multiple health behaviors – including diet, physical activity, weight management,…

Nutrition programs work better with Indigenous food knowledge – Earth.com 07-24-2026

Miss. (WJTV) – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) announced that she expects Mississippi catfish producers to benefit from a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) agreement to purchase up to $20 million in farm-raised catfish for distribution through food banks, charities and other nutrition assistance programs

Food Is Medicine (FIM) programs integrate nutrition support directly into care, helping people better manage chronic conditions and broader health needs, including pregnancy. At Centene, these programs provide practical options, including medically tailored meals and produce prescriptions, to help address conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.  

Geauga Public Health announced it will be holding several programs next week for senior citizens in Geauga County

W.Va. (WDTV) – Governor Patrick Morrisey announced $10.5 million in new grant funding he says is aimed at helping West Virginians who are out of work because of health issues get treatment and support so they can return to the workforce, including $2 million in programs for people who are in recovery