Hilo’s Lorraine Shin believes ex-UFC fighter BJ Penn suffers from Capgras syndrome

Lorraine Pualani Shin, 79, has filed a restraining order against her son, BJ Penn III, believing he suffers from Capgras syndrome, which causes individuals to think loved ones are impostors. This situation follows a history of tumultuous interactions between them, including theft allegations and prior restraining orders involving his relationships.

Kids in Alaska, Hawaii and Guam are struggling with obesity: Study

A recent study found that children aged 2-8 in the USAPI region and Alaska and Hawaii have imbalanced micronutrient intake, with some nutrients excessive and others insufficient. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and NIH, it revealed correlations between poor nutrient intake, obesity, and acanthosis nigricans, indicating potential health risks.

Dr. Anthony Fauci biography: 20 things about immunologist born in Brooklyn, New York

Dr. Anthony Fauci is an American immunologist born in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from Cornell University and joined the NIH in 1968, eventually becoming NIAID director in 1984. A key public health advisor to U.S. presidents, he received numerous awards for his contributions to medicine and public health.

Plantation, Florida’s Jean Carlos Aponte ordered to get mental health screening

Jean Carlos Aponte, 40, and his wife Sara Ashley Gama, 38, have two children together. In 2018, they moved to a house in Jacaranda Lakes, Plantation, Broward County, Florida, United States. Aponte is a U.S. Army veteran. In 2021, Gama gave birth to their son Ethan Aponte. Recently, Jean reached out to Catch A Lift … Continue reading Plantation, Florida’s Jean Carlos Aponte ordered to get mental health screening

Sarah Wurtzbach biography: 13 things about mental health advocate from London, England

Sarah Alonzo Wurtzbach Manze is a mental health advocate from London, England, United Kingdom. She is Pia Wurtzbach's younger sister and Charlie Manze's wife. Both Pia and Sarah were born in Stuttgart, Germany and raised in Cagayan de Oro, Philippines. Their father Uwe Wurtzbach is German and their mother Cheryl Alonzo is Filipino. In 2013, Uwe died in Palawan, … Continue reading Sarah Wurtzbach biography: 13 things about mental health advocate from London, England

Avian influenza found in elephant and fur seals on South Georgia

Experts from the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), which is based in Addlestone, Surrey, England, United Kingdom, detected High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (HPAI) in elephant and fur seals on the island of South Georgia. This was confirmed for the first time on January 11, 2024 by the government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, … Continue reading Avian influenza found in elephant and fur seals on South Georgia

Virginia-based nurse practitioner Daphne Jenkins pleads guilty to conspiracy to commit health care fraud

Daphne Jenkins, 64, is a nurse practitioner based in Virginia, United States. Between December 2018 and April 2020, she worked with a telemedicine company to sign orders for medically unnecessary durable medical equipment (DME). Signed by Jenkins, the orders were pre-populated based on telemarketing calls made to Medicare beneficiaries. She never had any contact with the … Continue reading Virginia-based nurse practitioner Daphne Jenkins pleads guilty to conspiracy to commit health care fraud

Oysters distributed in Florida, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia recalled

Based in Bedeque, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Future Seafoods, Inc. distributed oysters to restaurants and retailers in 10 states in the United States namely Florida, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina and Virginia from October 10-16, 2023. These oysters have been recalled. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is advising these … Continue reading Oysters distributed in Florida, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia recalled

Are WanaBana fruit puree pouches safe for kids? FDA warns parents

Parents should neither buy WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches nor feed them to toddlers and young children, according to an advisory released by the United States Food and Drug Administration on October 28, 2023. This product containing elevated levels of lead have been recalled. WanaBana agreed to voluntarily recall all of its apple cinnamon … Continue reading Are WanaBana fruit puree pouches safe for kids? FDA warns parents

Malta has great education system, good healthcare, high degree of visa-free travel: Immigration expert

Malta is the world's 10 smallest country by area and fourth most densely populated sovereign country. It is the best investment destination for high-net worth individuals, according to the latest CBI Power Rankings Index by Astons, the international experts on residency and citizenship through investment (CBI). Since April 4, 2019, George Vella, 81, has been serving as … Continue reading Malta has great education system, good healthcare, high degree of visa-free travel: Immigration expert