April 15, 2021 12:22 pm (ABC) — A new approach to a not-so-new dilemma: vaping among teens and young adults. The Truth Initiative, a non-profit dedicated to preventing the use of tobacco products, is launching a social media campaign on TikTok called “This is Quitting.” TikTok influencers are being hired to share their own personal experiences quitting on social … [Read more...] about New campaign has TikTok influencers quitting vaping
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New advice for pregnant women seeking a COVID-19 vaccine
April 14, 2021 2:11 pm FILE - In this Thursday, May 7, 2020 file photo, a pregnant woman wearing a face mask and gloves holds her belly as she waits in line for groceries with hundreds during a food pantry sponsored by Healthy Waltham for those in need due to the COVID-19 virus outbreak, at St. Mary's Church in Waltham, Mass. A small study in Italy strengthens evidence that … [Read more...] about New advice for pregnant women seeking a COVID-19 vaccine
People’s City Mission Guests, Staff Now May Receive COVID-19 Vaccines, if They Choose
People’s City Mission Guests, Staff Now May Receive COVID-19 Vaccines, if They Choose People’s City Mission (PCM, pcmlincoln.org) is excited to announce that all of their guests and staff who choose to do so can now receive their COVID vaccines. This is great news for the nonprofit, due to the difficulties they have experienced with keeping large numbers of people in tight … [Read more...] about People’s City Mission Guests, Staff Now May Receive COVID-19 Vaccines, if They Choose
How to protect your kids from cyberbullying
March 24, 2021 11:19 am (CNN) — From virtual learning to social media, children and teens are surrounding by technology- even more so during the pandemic. It’s a great way to stay connected while apart, but the increased screen time also includes an increased risk for cyberbullying. “There’s no escape from cyberbullying because it follows you home because your technology … [Read more...] about How to protect your kids from cyberbullying
Mead residents speak out against AltEn
March 19, 2021 11:17 am MEAD, Neb. (KMTV) — Jody Weible says her health problems began in 2015, the same year the AltEn Ethanol plant moved into her lifelong home of Mead. “I have coughed for three years solid,” she said. “I’m allergic to mold, and those piles are full of mold.” The plant was ordered to shut down in late February. But, about a week later, a … [Read more...] about Mead residents speak out against AltEn