Autism NEPA Funding Supports Doctoral Capstone Projects, Community Programming, and Student Learning Opportunities DALLAS, Pa. — Misericordia University occupational therapy faculty members Dr. Lori Charney and Dr. Orley Templeton have received a $5,000 grant from Autism NEPA to support three community-based programs. The grant will fund two doctoral capstone projects and a community-based…
Doctors and emergency medicine specialists have been reporting an increasing number of hospital visits linked to a condition known as Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome, or CHS. The disorder is associated with chronic or heavy cannabis use and is characterized by repeated episodes of severe nausea, vomiting, and abdominal discomfort. Although cannabis is often associated with anti-nausea…
Many people notice they tend to wake up around the same time each night and wonder what might be causing the pattern. Modern sleep experts often point to factors such as stress, disrupted sleep routines, or environmental influences. However, some traditional healing systems offer additional ways of interpreting nighttime waking patterns, suggesting that the body…
An international team of researchers from Europe and Australia will contribute to MICRO-NEST, a €6 million Horizon Europe project applying innovative approaches to identify markers of autism in children born before 37 weeks of gestation. According to the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (2021), autism is among the top ten causes of nonfatal health burden for people under the age of…
Cast iron skillets are a cornerstone of American kitchens, celebrated for their durability, versatility, and unmatched heat retention. When properly cared for, they can last generations, serving as both cooking tools and family heirlooms. Their versatility is unmatched. From searing thick steaks to frying crispy bacon, baking golden cornbread, or even preparing rustic desserts, cast…
An international team of researchers from Europe and Australia will contribute to MICRO-NEST, a €6 million Horizon Europe project applying innovative approaches to identify markers of autism in children born before 37 weeks of gestation. According to the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (2021), autism is among the top ten causes of nonfatal health burden for people under the age of…
I never expected anything from her affairs, so there was little reason to anticipate surprises. The day after the service, I was still sorting through the weight of grief when the phone rang unexpectedly, startling me. It was her son. His voice trembled with tension, a mix of confusion, frustration, and hurt that spilled out…
Caroline Kennedy recently spoke publicly for the first time about the death of her daughter, Tatiana Schlossberg, during an emotional appearance at the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award ceremony held at the Kennedy Library. The event took place in a solemn atmosphere, as members of the Kennedy family gathered alongside political figures and…
Leo’s fifth birthday was meant to be one of those rare, perfect childhood memories that families hold onto for years. The backyard had been carefully decorated with bright balloons, streamers, and a long table filled with snacks, drinks, and a carefully prepared birthday cake. Family and neighbors gathered under warm afternoon sunlight, chatting and laughing as…
With over 5,000 funds and many launching daily in the exchange-traded fund (ETF) universe, there are a select few that can capture both industrial utility and deep human significance. One of those ETFs launched with the introduction of the Defiance Autism Impact ETF (ASD) from Defiance ETFs — a leader in thematic and income-focused ETFs since 2018. Given its…