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Released: 10-Aug-2023 11:05 AM EDT
"Get back to where you once belonged!" Back-to-School stories for media
Newswise

It's that time of year again. For media working on stories about the seasonal return to school, here are the latest features and experts in the Back-To-School channel on Newswise.

     
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Released: 10-Aug-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Traditional healers in rural Mpumalanga help diagnose HIV
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

An initiative of Wits University’s MRC/Wits Agincourt Research Unit, the Traditional Healers Project convened two ‘open houses’ at local primary healthcare facilities – Rolle Clinic and Thulamahashe Community Health Centre in rural Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga – in March 2023.

Released: 9-Aug-2023 12:30 PM EDT
Over one million acres of tribal land submerged by dams in the US
Institute of Physics (IOP) Publishing

Dam constructions have flooded over 1.13 million acres of tribal land in the US contributing to the historic and ongoing struggle against land dispossession for Indigenous peoples in the United States.

Released: 8-Aug-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Mind what you eat and drink. Food and Water Safety stories for media.
Newswise

The latest headlines from the Food and Water Safety channel on Newswise.

       
Newswise: University of Oregon study will engage rural, Indigenous groups on climate issues
7-Aug-2023 7:30 PM EDT
University of Oregon study will engage rural, Indigenous groups on climate issues
University of Oregon

A University of Oregon research team has landed a $3 million federal grant to work with Indigenous and rural communities in Oregon to find ways of reducing climate-changing carbon in the atmosphere in ways that build trust with historically marginalized groups.

Released: 3-Aug-2023 4:20 PM EDT
Rural environment supports children’s immune systems
University College Cork

Children raised in rural environments who spend a lot of time outdoors with some exposure to animals grow to have better regulated immune systems than children living in urban environments, a new study has found.

17-Jul-2023 9:00 AM EDT
Many Children in Rural Areas Receive High Salt and Sugar Foods Before Age 2
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A study of over 10,000 children in rural Pennsylvania revealed that a large proportion of children were fed foods that are high in sugar and salt in their first years of life.

Newswise: Deep-dive on telehealth use in Michigan shows importance for mental, rural & out-of-state care
Released: 21-Jul-2023 12:05 PM EDT
Deep-dive on telehealth use in Michigan shows importance for mental, rural & out-of-state care
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

A new single-state report looks at patterns of telehealth use by people with different forms of insurance before and during the pandemic, and could inform post-pandemic health policy.

Released: 20-Jul-2023 12:30 PM EDT
Tell us how you really feel -- keep up with the latest research in Psychology and Psychiatry
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The latest research in psychology and psychiatry on Newswise.

       
Newswise: Rural placements help to boost health workers in regional Australia
Released: 6-Jul-2023 9:05 PM EDT
Rural placements help to boost health workers in regional Australia
University of South Australia

New research from the University of South Australia reveals that rural experience could be the key factor in increasing the number of health workers in Australia's rural and remote communities.

   
Released: 30-Jun-2023 2:05 PM EDT
Find the latest expert commentary on the recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions here
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Newswise offers a roundup of the latest expert commentary on the recent decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court.

       
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Released: 30-Jun-2023 1:20 PM EDT
Rising monkey and pig populations pose human disease risk
University of Queensland

Exploding populations of wild pigs and macaque monkeys in Southeast Asia are threatening native forests and disease outbreaks in livestock and people, according to research led by The University of Queensland.

   
Newswise: Addressing Health in Areas Characterized by Persistent Poverty
Released: 26-Jun-2023 5:05 PM EDT
Addressing Health in Areas Characterized by Persistent Poverty
University of Utah Health

Center for HOPE and Montana State University's Center for American Indian and Rural Heath Equity collaborate on cancer research in areas with persistent poverty, funded by the National Cancer Institute.

Released: 14-Jun-2023 1:15 PM EDT
The heat is on! Don't panic. Get the latest news on heat waves and the dangers of heat in the Extreme Heat channel
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As we enter the summer months in the Northern Hemisphere and the possibility of extreme heat becomes more common, it’s important to stay up-to-date on the science of heat waves and take measures to protect ourselves from this growing public health threat.

       
Newswise: New study to help Aussie farmers curb chronic pain
Released: 13-Jun-2023 10:05 PM EDT
New study to help Aussie farmers curb chronic pain
University of South Australia

Whether it’s a lack of appropriate services, time or simply a ‘she’ll be right’ approach, farmers often face many barriers when it comes to seeking health care, say researchers at the University of South Australia.

   
Newswise: Rural health workers faced unique stressors in pandemic
Released: 13-Jun-2023 5:40 PM EDT
Rural health workers faced unique stressors in pandemic
University of Washington School of Medicine

“One of the main takeaways from our study is that rural health workers have core competencies in cross-sector collaboration, systems thinking and in engaging the community,” said Kett, who is a research scientist at the Center for Health Workforce Studies at the University of Washington School of Medicine.

Released: 9-Jun-2023 1:35 PM EDT
Shed those pounds while digesting all these weight-loss research headlines from the Weight Loss channel
Newswise

As more families consider bariatric surgery a viable option to treat their child’s obesity, it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest research on weight loss. You can find the latest research on bariatric surgery and other weight loss options in the Weight Loss channel on Newswise, where journalists can find story ideas on this trending topic.

Released: 31-May-2023 2:05 PM EDT
Debt ceiling blues. Find political experts on the debt negotiations and the presidential bids in the Politics channel
Newswise

President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy continue negotiations on raising the United States debt ceiling. More contenders enter the Republican presidential nominee run. Get your expert commentary on Politics here.

   
Released: 31-May-2023 12:55 PM EDT
The psychological challenges of rural living
Washington University in St. Louis

People who endure the daily hassles of big cities often romanticize life in the country. But rural living is not necessarily the carefree, idyllic experience that many people imagine, said Emily Willroth, an assistant professor of psychological and brain sciences in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. Willroth co-authored a study in the Journal of Personality suggesting that people in rural areas face unique challenges that may shape their personalities and psychological well-being.

   
Newswise: Rural patients with diabetes experience worse health outcomes than urban patients
Released: 23-May-2023 7:00 PM EDT
Rural patients with diabetes experience worse health outcomes than urban patients
American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)

Mayo Clinic researchers conducted a study within their health care system to identify factors associated with quality of care among rural and urban patients with diabetes. The study evaluated patient attainment of a five-component diabetic care metric, known as the D5 metric.

Released: 23-May-2023 2:45 PM EDT
Privacy protection and other corporate accountability matters in the Business Ethics channel
Newswise

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, was fined a record 1.2 billion euros ($1.3 billion) and ordered to stop transferring data collected from Facebook users in Europe to the United States. Find the latest research and expert commentary on privacy issues and controversial business practices in the Business Ethics channel.

Newswise: First class of doctors to graduate from PCOM South Georgia on May 25
Released: 16-May-2023 5:05 PM EDT
First class of doctors to graduate from PCOM South Georgia on May 25
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Fifty-three students will make history May 25 when they become the first doctors of osteopathic medicine to graduate from PCOM South Georgia. Another seven students will be the second class to graduate with the MS in biomedical sciences from the campus.

   
Newswise: Lloyd named PCOM South Georgia interim dean
Released: 16-May-2023 4:30 PM EDT
Lloyd named PCOM South Georgia interim dean
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Philadelphia College of Medicine alumnus Robert Lloyd, DO ’91, is the new interim dean of PCOM South Georgia. In addition to being a dedicated physician and educator – and as PCOM South Georgia’s current chair of clinical education – he brings valuable perspective to the role.

   
Released: 16-May-2023 2:00 PM EDT
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Keep up with the latest news on skin in the Dermatology channel
Newswise

Skin cancer is the most prevalent form of cancer in the United States, with over 5 million cases diagnosed annually. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that melanoma alone accounts for more than 8,000 deaths each year. Thankfully, skin cancer is highly preventable, making it crucial to prioritize protection. Below are some of the latest headlines in the Dermatology channel.

Released: 16-May-2023 12:35 PM EDT
The number of the world's farms to halve by 2100, study shows
University of Colorado Boulder

New University of Colorado Boulder research shows the number of farms globally will shrink in half as the size of the average existing farms doubles by the end of the 21st century, posing significant risks to the world’s food systems.

Released: 12-May-2023 3:30 PM EDT
Immigration Nation: Research and Experts
Newswise

Title 42, the United States pandemic rule that had been used to immediately deport hundreds of thousands of migrants who crossed the border illegally over the last three years, has expired. Those migrants will have the opportunity to apply for asylum. President Biden's new rules to replace Title 42 are facing legal challenges. Border crossings have already risen sharply, as many migrants attempt to cross before the measure expires on Thursday night. Some have said they worry about tighter controls and uncertainty ahead. Immigration is once again a major focus of the media as we examine the humanitarian, political, and public health issues migrants must go through.

       
11-May-2023 11:05 AM EDT
Nature is changing as land abandonment increases
International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)

A new perspective piece in Science shows that abandoned lands could be both an opportunity and a threat for biodiversity, and highlights why abandoned lands are critical in the assessment of global restoration and conservation targets.

9-May-2023 3:05 PM EDT
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Get your mental health news here
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Get your mental health news here.

Released: 8-May-2023 12:55 PM EDT
Gun Deaths More Likely in Small Towns Than Major Cities
Columbia University, Mailman School of Public Health

Contrary to popular belief, firearm deaths in the United States are statistically more likely in small towns, not major cities, according to new research.

Released: 2-May-2023 2:30 PM EDT
Climate change affecting allergies, and other allergy news
Newswise

For millions of Americans that suffer from seasonal allergies (pollen and mold), climate change is exacerbating an earlier, longer, and overall worse allergy season.

Released: 1-May-2023 1:30 PM EDT
When rural hospitals stop delivering babies, fewer mothers receive adequate pre-natal care
University of Iowa Tippie College of Business

A study of Iowa hospitals finds that when a rural county loses its last labor and delivery unit, fewer expectant mothers who live there get adequate pre-natal care, even though that care is still available.

Newswise: Alarming Rates of Teen Suicide Continue to Increase in the U.S.
Released: 26-Apr-2023 8:30 AM EDT
Alarming Rates of Teen Suicide Continue to Increase in the U.S.
Florida Atlantic University

A study exploring trends in suicide rates among 13 to 14 year olds from 1999 to 2018 shows rates more than doubled from 2008 to 2018, following a rise in social media and despite significant declines in suicide mortality in this age group previously from 1999 to 2007. These trends were similar in urban and rural areas but were more common in boys in rural areas where firearms are more prevalent. Suicides occurred significantly more often between September and May and were highest on Monday followed by the rest of the weekdays, suggesting school stress as a contributor.

Released: 25-Apr-2023 12:10 PM EDT
Wealthy white homeowners more likely to see financial benefits from land conservation, study shows
University of Rhode Island

Land conservation projects do more than preserve open space and natural ecosystems. They can also boost property values for homeowners living nearby. But a new study finds that those financial benefits are unequally distributed among demographic groups in the U.S.The study, by researchers from the University of Rhode Island and University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, found that new housing wealth associated with land conservation goes disproportionately to people who are wealthy and white.

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Released: 21-Apr-2023 3:10 PM EDT
TRANSCRIPT AND VIDEO AVAILABLE Live Event for April 21: Sleeping pill reduces levels of Alzheimer’s proteins
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Researcher will discuss the study which involved a sleeping aid known as suvorexant that is already approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for insomnia, hints at the potential of sleep medications to slow or stop the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

       
Released: 21-Apr-2023 2:05 PM EDT
The mood of the elderly in Castellón (Spain) is good, they show satisfaction with life but the perception of their quality is not so favourable
Asociación RUVID

The study on the psychological well-being of the elderly and unwanted loneliness carried out by the Castelló Provincial Council with the Benicarló-Vinaròs Social Services Laboratory and the Inter-University Institute of Local Development of the Universitat Jaume I has shown that the state of mind of the elderly in the province is quite good, that they value satisfaction with life positively, but that the perception of quality of life is not so favourable.

Released: 12-Apr-2023 7:10 PM EDT
Innovative healthcare extension project enables community-based physicians to diagnose autism in young children
University of Missouri, Columbia

As the number of children in need of access to timely evaluation and intervention for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) continues to rise, new research is showing how barriers to diagnoses and treatment can be reduced through an innovative training program first developed at the University of Missouri.

Released: 11-Apr-2023 6:40 PM EDT
An embarrassment of riches
University of California, Santa Barbara

Among Indigenous, rural non-industrial populations inhabiting the tropical forests of lowland Bolivia, researchers report, there appears to be an optimal balance between levels of food consumption and exercise that maximizes healthy brain aging and reduces the risk of disease.

Released: 11-Apr-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Researchers Identify Most Accurate Hearing Screening Methods for Rural Children
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Researchers from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) evaluated the accuracy of various hearing screening tools in a rural school setting in a recent article published by Ear and Hearing, the official journal of the American Auditory Society.

Newswise: Bringing Cancer Education to American Indian Communities
Released: 6-Apr-2023 5:50 PM EDT
Bringing Cancer Education to American Indian Communities
Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah

Phyllis Nassi, a member of the Otoe-Missouria Tribe and Cherokee Nation, is dedicated to providing cancer education to rural locations across the Mountain West. She was recently honored for her exceptional leadership.

Released: 6-Apr-2023 2:10 PM EDT
Gender and energy key to sustainable development goals
Duke University

Most of us woke up this morning, used energy and technology to learn about the weather and the news, got a fresh cup of coffee, and went about our day informed and refreshed.

Released: 6-Apr-2023 1:00 PM EDT
Community-based prevention system linked to reduced handgun carrying among youth growing up in rural areas
University of Washington

A community-based, evidence-based intervention system developed at the University of Washington has been linked to reduced handgun carrying rates among youth growing up in rural areas.

Released: 5-Apr-2023 3:35 PM EDT
FSU and FAMU researchers work to improve public health in Honduras
Florida State University

Researchers from Florida State University and Florida A&M University are partnering with the government of Honduras on an international, interdisciplinary project to improve health care in rural Honduran communities.

Newswise: Survey of Allergists/Immunologists Reveals Management of Hereditary Angioedema Differs by Region
Released: 5-Apr-2023 8:00 AM EDT
Survey of Allergists/Immunologists Reveals Management of Hereditary Angioedema Differs by Region
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new survey of allergists/immunologists from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology shows that diagnosing, treating and managing hereditary angioedema can be challenging for patients and healthcare providers - including patients in rural areas. An article about the survey is published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, ACAAI’s scientific journal.

Newswise: More U.S. Prostate Cancer Patients Choosing Active Surveillance
30-Mar-2023 4:50 PM EDT
More U.S. Prostate Cancer Patients Choosing Active Surveillance
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

The number of prostate cancer patients in the U.S. choosing active surveillance over surgery or radiation has rapidly increased since 2010, rising from 16% to 60% for low-risk patients and from 8% to 22% for patients with favorable-intermediate-risk cancers, according to a study published today in JAMA Internal Medicine.

Released: 28-Mar-2023 2:20 PM EDT
From the doctor's office to the operating room: Keep up with the latest in healthcare here
Newswise

From septic shock to sticker shock. Keep up with this ever-growing, changing sector. Below are some of the latest stories on healthcare on Newswise.

Released: 24-Mar-2023 7:05 AM EDT
Increasing education opportunities for girls could help reduce preventable deaths in children under five
International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)

An IIASA study shows that maternal education, and particularly secondary education, plays a significant role in reducing deaths in newborns and children under five years of age in both rural and urban areas of India.

Newswise: After hitting rural areas harder, inflation’s ongoing impact evens out
Released: 23-Mar-2023 11:40 AM EDT
After hitting rural areas harder, inflation’s ongoing impact evens out
Iowa State University

Inflation took a bigger bite of rural household budgets throughout much of 2022, but its effects were similar in rural and urban areas by the end of the year, according to a report by an Iowa State University professor. Two years of rising prices have shrunk discretionary income in rural households to less than $500 a month.

   


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