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January 12th, 2026

Health and Fitness

COVID-19 isolation linked to increased domestic violence, researchers suggest

While COVID-19-related lockdowns may have decreased the spread of a deadly virus, they appear to have created an ideal environment for increased domestic violence. Extra stress in the COVID-19 pandemic caused by income loss, and lack of ability to pay for housing and food has exacerbated the often silent epidemic of intimate partner violence, suggests a new University of … [Read more...] about COVID-19 isolation linked to increased domestic violence, researchers suggest

Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine is safe and works for kids ages 5 to 11

Pfizer said Monday, September 20, 2021, its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon -- a key step toward beginning vaccinations for youngsters. The vaccine made by Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech already is available for anyone 12 and older. But with kids now back in school and the … [Read more...] about Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine is safe and works for kids ages 5 to 11

COVID-19—Women of Faith Making a Difference

By Sandra Millon Underwood, RN, PhD FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee College of Nursing The COVID-19 Delta variant is wreaking havoc across the nation. While some individuals continue to debate the need to wear masks, others are finally scrambling to get vaccinated. Amid all of this, several women in our communities of faith are working diligently and quietly behind the scenes … [Read more...] about COVID-19—Women of Faith Making a Difference

A journey with Alzheimer’s

Recognizing the signs Wendy Smith was a caregiver for her father, Owen Grisham, during his six-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She lived close to her parents and handled their finances and doctor’s visit. Leading up to his diagnosiss, there were many signs about his condition. Her father got lost driving, was forgetting things and his sleep became erratic. A turning … [Read more...] about A journey with Alzheimer’s

Black women breastfeed. Period.

By Kiara Schott, AABN WeRISE Community Doula Program Director Black Breastfeeding Week is here August 25-30. We’re celebrating all month long. It’s important for us to acknowledge that Black women breastfeed. It is important for us to talk about this, talk about the racial disparities in breastfeeding and why our numbers are lower than other groups of women. There are five … [Read more...] about Black women breastfeed. Period.

What causes back pain in children and teens?

Anyone who has spent time with children knows that some of them can bend themselves into positions that defy logic. A teenager may think nothing of dropping into full splits in front of the television. A child with extra flexibility may love impressing her friends by bending her thumb all the way back to her wrist. Dexterity is a good thing. But it can go too far, even in … [Read more...] about What causes back pain in children and teens?

Simone Biles isn’t alone: Olympic athletes face a mental health crisis

Even before Naomi Osaka appeared on stage to light the Olympic torch, these Games were aflame with the issue of athletes’ mental health. Osaka had inserted it into the conversation in the runup to Tokyo, with her openness about feeling vulnerable and resulting withdrawal from the French Open and Wimbledon. Then Simone Biles made mental health the Games’ biggest … [Read more...] about Simone Biles isn’t alone: Olympic athletes face a mental health crisis

Back To School — COVID-19 and Vaccinations

By Sandra Millon Underwood, RN, PhD FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee College of Nursing After more than a year of virtual or hybrid learning, many school districts are preparing for students to return to the classroom. Ahead of this, the COVID-19 delta variant that is highly contagious, continues to spread causing some concern particularly since children under 12 have not been … [Read more...] about Back To School — COVID-19 and Vaccinations