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Empowering black moms to say: 'I want to breastfeed'

Priska Neely

August 27, 2018 |

Southern California Public Radio (KPCC) |

Radio |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Los Angeles, California

Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) Centers in Los Angeles are holding breastfeeding support groups targeted specifically for black mothers. Since its inception 3 years, it has encouraged and assisted more than 500 moms acclimate to breastfeeding. Similar models are now popping up all over the country as well.

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Why more colleges should treat students like numbers

Kevin Carey

August 26, 2018 |

Washington Monthly |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Florida

The University of North Florida combines an emphasis on predictive analytics with a very human case management system to identify students who are at risk of dropping out and intervene appropriately. In the coming years, will other universities follow suit?

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The public education project that targets the 'taboo' subject of child sexual abuse in China

Laurie Chen

August 25, 2018 |

South China Morning Post |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: China

Two young adults from Changshu, China are behind a growing movement to bring attention to and educate students and teachers on the silent subject of child sexual abuse in China. In addition to tackling the big picture, such as China's outdated abuse laws, activists are investing in local measures, hosting documentary screenings and teacher trainings.

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How Schools Shape Health

Martha Dalton

August 24, 2018 |

WHYY |

Radio |

5-15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Atlanta, Georgia

Schools in Atlanta are embedding public health clinics in their buildings for both students as well as the public at large. These clinics keep students in school by providing easy access to care rather than having them wait multiple days and begin to fall behind on work.

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Paris Bees at Work From Notre-Dame to the Luxembourg Gardens

Alissa J. Rubin

August 24, 2018 |

The New York Times |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: France, Paris

Beekeeping is on the rise in Paris, with over 1,000 hives already actively counted in city limits and beekeeping classes enrolled to maximum capacity. Although motives differentiate between beekeepers, all efforts are beneficial to the environment since the species is responsible for pollinated nearly a third of the world's crops.

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A major US city will start drinking its own sewage. Others need to follow.

Zoë Schlanger

August 23, 2018 |

Quartz |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, El Paso, Texas

As water shortages continue to be on the rise, so are water expenses. El Paso, Texas is more familiar with this than many other cities due to it's serious lack of rainfall and historically rapid consumption of water. The city's newest approach, however, utilizes a closed-loop water system that cleans and recycles sewage water, making it ready for public consumption.

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How to know, address an aging loved one's deteriorating driving skills

Noah Jones

August 23, 2018 |

Richland Source |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Ohio

As our loved ones age, their driving skills can change. Through expert opinions from the Area Agency on Aging and the Alzheimer's Association, several measures can improve this transition for caregivers and their loved ones. These steps include how to approach them and where to find educational driving materials. Moreover, the necessity of having a plan in place is emphasized to ensure seniors have a means of transportation in order to prevent depression and other ailments.

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How telemedicine brings healthcare into vulnerable patients' homes

Sarah Rigg

August 23, 2018 |

Second Wave Michigan |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Michigan

Telemedicine, specifically telepsychiatry, is making getting psychiatric care into the hands of patients who would otherwise struggle to access timely mental health care. Patients connect with doctors or psychiatrists over video conference. Telehealth programs can help address social determinants of health like language barriers and limiting financial resources.

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Traumatic Brain Injury and Incarceration: Ending a Vicious Cycle

Casey Leins

August 22, 2018 |

U.S. News & World Report |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Denver, Colorado

The Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado works to connect traumatic brain injury survivors with resources for reintegrating into society—even if they have been incarcerated. Their work connect formerly incarcerated people is aimed at reducing recidivism. Over half of Colorado inmates have a history of serious brain injury. So far, only a little research has been completed, but other states are looking to the Colorado studies and programs as potential models.

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Is medical marijuana the antidote to Lebanon's trade deficit?

Rebecca Collard

August 22, 2018 |

Public Radio International (PRI) |

Multi-Media |

5-15 Minutes

Response Location: Lebanon, Bekka Valley

The Lebanese parliament has started considering whether to legalize cannabis for medical use. The move would raise much-needed funds and create state-sanctioned jobs, according to McKinsey consulting firm. The government has tried to combat the hashish industry in Bekka Valley for decades.

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