Opioids treat chronic pain by dulling its sensation in the brain and hijacking the brain’s reward system, which triggers the release of dopamine and feelings of pleasure. This is what makes the drugs so effective — and so addictive. An estimated 2.7 million people in the U.S. are hooked on opioids despite widespread public health…

“Feel G.O.O.D. Gut Health Program” on BrightU: The science behind elimination diet and anti-inflammatory eating In Episode 2 of "Feel G.O.O.D. Gut Health Program," Dr. Williams helps individuals identify food sensitivities, reduce inflammation and achieve long-term wellness. Viewers will learn about evidence-based practices, food sensitivity triggers (e.g., gluten, dairy, eggs), the difference between elimination…

FLORIDA AHCA REPORT: Illegals cost state $659.9 million in uncompensated health care A Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) report reveals that illegal immigrants cost the state's healthcare system $659.9 million in 2024, largely due to uncompensated care, up from $566 million in 2023. This represents 0.76 percent of Florida's total healthcare costs. The…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues its "stamping out" approach, involving the mass culling of infected and exposed poultry flocks, despite criticism. This strategy in place since 2022 has led to the destruction of over 166 million birds but has failed to curb the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The outbreak has…