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Trump Signs Order Reviving Presidential Fitness Test in Schools
This article was originally published by The Epoch Times: Trump Signs Order Reviving Presidential Fitness Test in Schools Pull-ups, distance runs, and other challenges of strength, endurance, quickness, and agility are returning to a school near...

Kwara Governor Sounds Alarm on Mental Health Crisis Among Nigeria's Security Forces
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and leading medical experts have sounded the alarm over escalating mental health crises among Nigeria's security personnel, citing job-related pressures as a critical threat to national stability. The...

Major supermarket urgently recalls popular chicken product over potential deadly allergy concerns
By ELEN JOHNSTON Published: 11:26 EDT, 1 August 2025 | Updated: 12:02 EDT, 1 August 2025 Lidl has urgently recalled a popular chicken product due to concerns they contain an unlabelled allergen. The product, Red Hen 4 Tempura Chicken Steaks, was...

Presidential Fitness Test explained – Every activity schoolkids will have to complete as Donald Trump revives program
A SCHOOL tradition that once had students running one mile and doing sit-ups is making a comeback. President Trump is reinstating the old-school Presidential Fitness Test, once a dreaded fixture in schools across the country. 6 President Donald...

Nursing vs. Public Health: Which bachelor’s degree unlocks more career paths in US healthcare?
Bachelor's in nursing vs. public health As the healthcare sector in the United States continues to grow, fuelled by an aging population, medical innovation, and post-pandemic policy shifts, students are increasingly drawn to degrees that promise...

Insurers now warm up to health cover for the elderly
Mwanaisha Wesonga aged 78 (Left) and Hadijah Wamukoya aged 76 from Lucheka village in Matungu. The two are widowed co-wives and live in abject poverty but have never received the Inua Jamii cash transfers. [FILE/Standard] Andrew Kimani has been...
China’s traditional Baijiu spirit gets a makeover to woo younger drinkers
Baijiu, China’s centuries-old high-proof liquor known for its fiery flavor and strong presence at business banquets, is undergoing a transformation as distillers target younger, health-conscious consumers. Distilled mainly from sorghum and...

Providence City Councilor Helen Anthony resigning citing health issues
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Providence City Council member Helen Anthony is resigning from her seat as Ward 2 councilor effective September 1 citing a desire to fully focus on her health. “As I continue to heal from the traumatic injuries I suffered...

Huge Public Health Win in the Battle Over Food Dyes--Ignored by the Left!
Great news from the Alliance for Natural Health: "companies like Kraft, Heinz and PepsiCo have agreed to eliminate petroleum-based dyes by 2026-- a move supported by growing scientific evidence linking these dyes to behavioral and health issues in...

The best smartwatch and fitness tracker deals to shop now
Marathon season is right around the corner, and if you've willingly entered yourself into a race this fall, whether it's a 5K, 10K, half, or full marathon, you've probably already begun training for it (or should start doing so as soon as...

Allina Health to close 4 clinics by Nov. 1
Allina Health will close four clinics in the Twin Cities metro by November 2025, citing a shift in patient care from in-person visits. MINNEAPOLIS — Editor's note: The above video originally aired on June 3, 2025. Allina Health announced Thursday...

13 Saunas, Spas and Wellness Spots Around Victoria to Feel Rejuvenated
Experience island wellness this summer at these saunas, spas and more in Victoria, B.C. There’s no time like the present to treat yourself to a summer self-care day on Vancouver Island. Try a sauna session followed by a few seconds (or more if you...

Santa Clara County considers sales tax to pay for health care costs
Santa Clara County officials are preparing to ask voters for higher taxes to protect their poorest public hospital patients from devastating federal revenue cuts. The Board of Supervisors is expected to hold a special meeting around Aug. 7 to...

Volunteers needed for Hamilton health walks
Volunteers are wanted to lead popular health walks which take place across Hamilton and district each week. The morning sessions, run by Get Walking Lanarkshire, take place on Mondays in Burnbank, Wednesdays in Stonehouse and Fridays at Palace...

Thalia psychotherapy secures strategic funding to scale mental health access in Africa
Mercy Mwende, Thalia Psychotherapy chief operations officer(COO) and Dennis Mwangi, managing partner at Thalia Psychotherapy. [Courtesy] Thalia Psychotherapy has received a strategic investment from the Health Innovation Exchange (HiEx), marking...

79.71 ABHA accounts created, 65.09 crore health records linked: Govt to Lok Sabha
New Delhi, As of July 28, 2025, a total of 79.71 crore accounts for the Ayushman Bharat Health Account have been created, and around 65.09 crore health records have been linked to it, Minister of State for Health Prataprao Jadhav told the Lok...

All signs of Lyme disease as Justin Timberlake opens up about secret health battle
Justin Timberlake opened up yesterday (31 July) about his secret health battle with Lyme disease. This came after the ‘Suit & Tie’ singer faced backlash for some of his performances during his ‘world tour'. And as that came to an end earlier this...

Eggshells and Boiled Water: The Secret Fertilizer in Your Kitchen
Eggshells and Boiled Water: The Secret Fertilizer in Your Kitchen The next time you're boiling eggs, consider this: what you pour down the drain could be a treasure for your garden. The water from boiled eggs and crushed eggshells are packed with...

WELL Health Technologies Announces Availability for 45,000 New Primary Care Patients Across 3 Provinces
WELL Health Technologies Announces Availability for 45,000 New Primary Care Patients Across 3 Provinces WELL Health Technologies Announces Availability for 45,000 New Primary Care Patients Across 3 Provinces Enabled by Investments in Physician...

'Do not eat' warning issued as Lidl recalls popular chicken product amid health fears
Consumers are being advised not to consume specific batches of a popular chicken product sold of one of Ireland's largest supermarket chains amid health concerns. German retailer Lidl has issued a recall notice after it was alerted to the issue...