As I watched news after news of Syrian refugees returning home after years of displacement, several memories crossed my mind. Each, a stark reminder of the intrinsic value people everywhere attach to their roots. It echoed an old African adage: a foreign land full of luxury can never be the same as home. The statisticsContinueContinue reading “The Hard Choice Between Home and Refuge: Understanding the Real Refugee Story”
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The Hidden Dangers of Rip Currents: Staying Safe in the Water
As temperatures soar across the U.S., with highs reaching into the 90s and even above 100 degrees, many are flocking to beaches to find relief. However, this summer’s heatwave has brought a deadly reminder of the hidden dangers lurking in the waters: rip currents. These powerful oceanic channels have recently made headlines for all theContinueContinue reading “The Hidden Dangers of Rip Currents: Staying Safe in the Water”
U.S. Surgeon General’s Urgent Call for Social Media Reform -Protecting Youth Mental Health
In June 2024, the U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, called for warning labels on social media platforms, to lower the threat posed to children. The SG’s call elevated a critical conversation about a looming global problem of mental health in adolescents, associated with social media. In the U.S., a nation that fervently champions theContinueContinue reading “U.S. Surgeon General’s Urgent Call for Social Media Reform -Protecting Youth Mental Health”
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