HSI NEWS
The Cindy Miles Adaptive Fund (CMAF), established in February 2023, is committed to creating an inclusive playground in Northampton, Pennsylvania. This initiative honors the legacy of Cindy Miles, a visionary in pediatric physical therapy who passionately advocated for accessible fitness and fun for individuals of all abilities. Miles dedicated over…
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Hearing loss is an issue that affects millions of Americans, including many in the Lehigh Valley. Studies have shown that untreated hearing loss is linked to cognitive decline, social isolation, depression, and even an increased risk of mortality. Despite the profound impact on quality of life, many individuals, particularly those…
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For immigrants and asylum seekers in the United States, an evaluation report can make or break their case—and be the reason a family stays together, or a young mother is able to escape an abusive relationship. Licensed professional counselor Tracy Lovelace has provided life-changing evaluations for individuals in those situations…
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Laasya Pedapati is one of 31 million women worldwide who struggle with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). This disorder can have very severe and potentially life-threatening symptoms, both physical and mental, and can be debilitating. Many women with the disorder have had thoughts of suicide, and 34% have even made a…
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Cameroon is a country full of creative, resilient, hopeful people, many of whom face challenges of poverty and lack of resources and education. Patrick Manfo Paguem’s mother, Denise Tchangui, worked hard to enrich her community and improve their lifestyles. “She spent her life working on initiatives that addressed basic human…
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Since the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, which ignited large-scale devastation in a region that has been simmering with conflict for decades, Gaza’s humanitarian crisis has become critical. Over a year later, about 1.9 million people (approximately 90% of Gaza) are internally displaced, with an estimated 345,000 facing…
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“When one woman’s life is transformed, she has the power to uplift her community.” This statement encompasses what The Magnolia Project believes and how they work hard to make these important life changes happen. Their mission is “to empower women facing adversity by providing comprehensive support, including guidance, resources, and…
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According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 1.19 million people worldwide die each year as a result of road traffic crashes. For children and adults aged 5-29 years, it is the leading cause of death globally.¹ In response, the nonprofit organization Right Turn to…
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FlowerMouth Press Literary Arts Magazine Uplifts and Empowers Diverse Voices Through Writing and Art
FlowerMouth Press was initially conceived in 2019 as a “2 a.m. ‘what if?’ thought,” according to Founder and Editor-in-Chief Kenna DeValor. The Bloomsburg University student and Lehigh Valley Charter High School of the Arts alumni imagined a literary arts magazine that would highlight the work of queer/LGBT+ writers. Although the…
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When Trudi Froehlich decided to flee her abusive marriage with her children, one of her greatest concerns was what would happen to their pets. “I could not imagine how my children would cope [with] such a change without their best friends who had comforted them so many times,” she said.…
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