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Arizona Child Safety Official Urges Funding Boost for Worker Protection After Violent Assault Highlights Security Gaps

PHOENIX — Following recent budget cuts, the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is facing increased challenges, including a dire need for improved security measures to protect its employees. In 2024, the agency suffered a reduction in its funding by approximately 3.5 to 4 percent, compelling the DCS to scale back various services, notably its security personnel. This reduction has left agency buildings without dedicated security guards, raising concerns about the safety of its workers. …

Nova Scotia Worker Calls for Additional Office Staff Funding for Safety

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Following a violent attack on a Nova Scotia constituency assistant, there are calls for the government to fund a second employee at legislators’ offices to address the aggression faced by front-line workers. Kelly Gomes, who was attacked in her constituency office, is advocating for increased staffing to improve safety for political workers. Gomes described the harrowing experience of being held by the throat against a hallway wall by a man she …

Families Fear Losing Access to Life-Changing Cystic Fibrosis Drug as NHS Funding Decision Looms

LEEDS, UK – The parents of a baby girl with cystic fibrosis are facing a difficult situation as the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published draft guidance deeming the life-changing drug Kaftrio too expensive to be offered on the National Health Service (NHS). Rula Samara-Sellers and husband Connor expressed deep concern about potentially losing access to the drug that could significantly improve the life of their daughter, Layla. Layla, who is …