Dr. Brown's departure from Interior Health after 14 years marks a significant transition in healthcare in the region. Her leadership has had a lasting impact, with notable achievements including the opening of British Columbia's first urgent and primary care centre in Kamloops in 2018, which led to the expansion of 10 more centres under her tenure. She also oversaw the addition of specialized cardiac and stroke services at Kelowna General Hospital and the approval of the Kamloops Cancer Centre, aiming to bring care closer to home and support future innovation through the co-creation of the Centre for Health System Learning & Innovation.
https://globalnews.ca/news/11148154/interior-health-authority-ceo-susan-brown-announces-retirement-in-2025/Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, made an emotional statement after her outing with Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie at University College London Hospital to support the #AndYoungPeople campaign. As patron of the Teenage Cancer Trust, she aims to raise awareness about cancer in young people, citing the unique challenges they face when diagnosed. Ferguson, who is battling two types of cancer herself, understands the struggles of these young patients and has signed an open letter to Health Secretary Wes Streeting. She emphasized the importance of amplifying their voices, stating that "These young voices matter — and together, we will continue to amplify them."
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1305001-sarah-ferguson-makes-emotional-statement-after-outing-with-beatrice-eugenieResearchers at Laurea University in Finland tracked the health of children born in 1959 until they were 61 and found that ditching unhealthy habits early in life significantly boosts the odds of a happy and healthy old age. Those who consistently smoked, drank heavily, and engaged in sedentary behavior started to decline in health at age 36, with their conditions worsening over time. Dr. Tiia Kekäläinen's study highlights the importance of addressing risky behaviors early on to prevent long-term damage.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14644603/Scientists-age-smoking-drinking-exercise-health-problems.htmlResearchers from Yale School of Medicine and the Max Planck Institute have found that emotion-inducing prompts can negatively impact large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, potentially leading to hazardous outcomes in clinical settings. The study focused on GPT-4, used by ChatGPT, which has a 60% market share. A recent survey from Sentio University revealed that half of LLM users with mental health issues rely on AI chatbots for support.
https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2025/using-chatgpt-for-therapy-the-ai-chatbot-can-get-anxiety-too/A recent study found that 36% of US individuals maintain contact with at least one former partner. Psychologist Dr. Laura Berman advises her clients to trust their instincts if they feel something is off in a new relationship, as unresolved feelings for an ex can be a common issue. Signs may include inconsistent behavior, mixed signals, or an overemphasis on past relationships.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14644801/The-six-signs-man-hung-ex-revealed-expert-psychologist-DIANNE-EVERITT-tells-exactly-you-you-suspect-him.htmlA new long-term study has found that bad lifestyle habits such as smoking, heavy drinking, and not exercising can begin to harm the body and mind as early as age 36. The study, published in the Annals of Medicine, tracked hundreds of people from Finland's Jyvaskyla city from childhood into their 60s, revealing that these habits can have negative effects even at a relatively young age.
https://indiatoday.in/health/story/effects-smoking-heavy-drinking-not-exercising-can-be-felt-early-study-2714932-2025-04-25A recent study has raised concerns about the long-term use of Glucagon-like Peptide-1 (GLP1) receptor agonists, such as Wegovy and Ozempic, due to their potential impact on brain chemistry. Researchers found that these medications can disrupt dopamine signals in individuals with specific genetic variations, potentially leading to increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal behavior. The study, led by 24 researchers across the US, Brazil, Iran, and Israel, used computer simulation software to analyze the interaction between GLP1 agonists and genes associated with dopamine signaling.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14643325/harmful-effects-Ozempic-weight-loss-drugs.htmlGoya Cares has committed to protecting children from all forms of abuse through preventive education, while also raising awareness about the health mental issues faced by children and adolescents. The organization's mission can be found on its website at www.goyacares.com.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/goya-cares-se-asocia-con-el-doe-de-la-ciudad-de-nueva-york-para-lanzar-programas-educativos-de-prevencion-para-combatir-el-maltrato-infantil-y-proteger-a-los-estudiantes-874811809.htmlGun sellers are exploiting online platforms like YouTube and TikTok to reach young boys with content that promotes firearms, often using popular online personalities and images meant for adults. This allows them to bypass rules about advertising guns to minors. Sandy Hook Promise is urging parents, tech companies, and policymakers to take action by closing loopholes in social media platforms and restricting gun content from reaching children under 18. The organization's research found that kids are easily influenced by ads, including those promoting firearms, which can lead to more violence and school shootings.
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