Every February 11th, the anniversary of my 19-year-old best friend’s untimely death hits me, and I don’t feel the weight lift until the day is over. The day you lose a loved one, have an accident, or experience another traumatic event can cause feelings of sadness, anger, grief, and anxiety, as well as physical symptoms … Read more
Tiny pieces of plastic have been found in almost every organ in the body, including the brain and lungs. For the first time, the Environmental Protection Agency is adding these microplastics to the list of drinking water contaminants it is considering for future regulation. Subscribe to read this story without ads Get unlimited access to … Read more
Jersey City officials are taking the future of the shuttered Heights University Hospital site into their own hands. The City Council passed a resolution on March 25 directing the Planning Commission to study the site and make recommendations, which could include seizing the land to build a public hospital. The resolution passed 8-0, and Ward … Read more