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As President-elect Donald Trump signals a rollback of federal health care initiatives, states are becoming the new battleground for medical debt relief. Advocates are focusing on legislation to keep medical debt off credit reports, regulate predatory medical credit cards, and expand hospital financial aid programs. This shift comes as fears grow that Trump’s administration may […]
The City of Rochester has launched a community-wide survey aimed at understanding the effects of the opioid epidemic on residents throughout the city. It is anonymous and will be available until February 2025. The survey is being administered by the RIT Center for Public Safety Initiatives. The survey focuses on: Quality of life Barriers to […]
Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariffs on Mexican goods could drastically impact iconic products like avocados and tequila, threatening regional economies in Mexico and raising prices for U.S. consumers. With his inauguration coinciding with peak avocado exports for Super Bowl Sunday, producers in Michoacan fear reduced demand as prices soar. Avocado grower Enrique Espinoza worries U.S. […]
Monroe County has successfully transitioned all asylum-seeking families housed in a local hotel since July into their own apartments, according to the Ibero American Action League. The organization reports that 130 families have been integrated into the community, with 70 more expected to arrive over the next two years. Families will be directly assigned apartments […]
Nick Cannon is “healing” after being diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder. The Masked Singer host, 44, first revealed his condition in an in-depth conversation with Dr. Cheyenne Bryant on the November 8 episode of his “Counsel Culture” podcast. At the time, Cannon said he had been “clinically diagnosed” with the disorder. “I’ve been diagnosed with ADHD. Even as a kid […]
New York City has introduced a significant change to its trash collection system: all residential buildings with fewer than 10 units must now use covered bins instead of leaving plastic bags on the sidewalk. The initiative, which began on November 12, is part of Mayor Eric Adams’ war on the city’s rat problem and aims […]
Starting January 1, 2025, workers in New York will see an increase in Paid Family Leave benefits, according to the state’s Workers’ Compensation Board. Eligible employees can now receive up to $14,127.84 in total benefits, a $313.92 increase from 2024. Additionally, pregnant workers will gain more paid time off for prenatal care under the state’s […]
For many families of color in the U.S., Thanksgiving is more than turkey and stuffing—it’s a fusion of cultural traditions. Across the country, immigrant and second-generation Americans incorporate dishes from their heritage alongside classic American staples, creating vibrant and diverse Thanksgiving feasts. For Brenda Abdelall, a 37-year-old Egyptian-American, Thanksgiving includes kofta and green beans with […]
The Biden administration plans to require Medicare and Medicaid to offer coverage of weight loss medications for people seeking obesity treatment. The new rule, which was proposed by the administration Tuesday, would dramatically expand access to anti-obesity medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy, from Novo Nordisk, and Mounjaro and Zepbound, from Eli Lilly. Medicare has […]
I want to extend my deepest gratitude to everyone who joined us for the Thanksgiving Basket Drive hosted by Rochester Family Mission. A special thank-you to my brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated, the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated, the sisters of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated and the many dedicated volunteers […]
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