In Kramatorsk, near the eastern Ukrainian front, Svitanok organization provides refuge to marginalized communities, including people with HIV, those recovering from drug addiction and sex workers, offering medical guidance and solace as Russian troops advance. The organization's open-door policy is crucial during the war, when these groups face heightened insecurity and stigma.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/05/05/world/ukraine-front-outcasts/There has been an increase in teenage neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADHD and autism. A 28% rise in adults on ADHD medication and a 10% increase in child prescriptions were recorded last year. The number of teenagers being diagnosed as autistic is also rising, with no specific data provided for this demographic.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14677329/teenagers-demands-tips-parent-expert-author-RACHEL-KELLY.htmlPublic-sector union leaders are fighting to protect the benefits of federal workers, including health insurance and retirement plans, as a proposed House reconciliation package aims to slash these perks to help pay for extended tax cuts under President Trump's plan. The legislation would eliminate early-retirement supplemental funding and reduce pension payouts, leaving retirees vulnerable.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/esg/federal-workers-face-slashed-benefits-to-pay-for-trump-tax-cutsA leading neuroscientist, Professor Francesca Happe, claims that the majority of British people may now consider themselves neurodivergent due to reduced stigma around conditions like ADHD and autism. This shift is attributed to increased tolerance and a surge in self-diagnoses, with a 787% rise in autism diagnoses from 1998 to 2018. According to Professor Happe, more individuals are choosing to self-identify without seeking a diagnosis, potentially leading to a point where there may be more neurodivergent self-identified people than neurotypical individuals.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14678039/three-million-Brits-autism-ADHD.htmlUkraine has signed a Memorandum with the Czech Republic's National Institute of Mental Health, marking another step forward in its efforts to enhance mental well-being. The agreement was announced by Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska during her official visit to the Czech Republic alongside Health Minister Viktor Liashko and Head of the Coordination Center for Mental Health Oksana Zbitneva. This move reflects Ukraine's commitment to adopting international best practices in addressing mental health, sharing its own experiences, and fostering global collaboration on trauma, resilience, and community building.
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-society/3989306-ukraine-czech-republic-sign-memorandum-on-mental-health-cooperation.htmlA recent survey in Wisconsin has found that lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth have high rates of mental health concern, with trans youth facing even higher levels of depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. The Department of Health Services attributes these elevated conditions to bullying, discrimination, and societal rejection, rather than the youth's sexual orientation or gender expression.
https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/health/2025/05/05/trump-administration-wants-to-cut-sepathe-government-may-defund-the-988-suicide-line-for-lgbtq-youth/83231588007/The Faqiri family is demanding an apology from Ontario's government for failing to implement recommendations made in a coroner's inquest into the death of Soleiman Faqiri, who died in jail due to physical and mental abuse. The inquest jury had recommended changes to improve treatment of inmates with mental health issues, but over 16 months have passed without any action being taken. The Canadian Civil Liberties Association has also called for implementation of these recommendations, citing the need to protect society while treating inmates humanely.
https://thestar.com/news/ontario/faqiri-family-demands-answers-on-implementing-coroner-inquest-recommendations/article_7873feed-928f-5d76-abc8-8701e41d95ce.htmlIn January 2023, Australian man Cauchi called police after his father Andrew took out his collection of knives, including one used in a mall attack. A body-worn video from Queensland Senior Constable was played at the NSW Coroners Court during an inquest into the tragedy, which occurred in Toowoomba, near Brisbane.
https://www.9news.com.au/national/bondi-junction-inquest-mass-killer-laid-hands-on-dad-in-dv-spat-over-knives/8f887bd9-a823-40f1-8d9c-9046b39c5f63A quarter of young adults in the UK believe they have been given drugs or alcohol without their knowledge or consent, with 23% saying they've definitely been spiked and 41% including those who think they may have been. St John has advised victims to stay hydrated, alert bar staff and police if suspicious behavior is noticed, and know how to perform CPR in case someone stops breathing. The organization's medical director, Dr Lynn Thomas, emphasizes the importance of recognizing spiking symptoms to provide critical care and protect victims from further harm.
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