Service Dogs for Epilepsy Patients

Service dogs have been found to reduce seizure frequency by 31% and improve mental health and quality of life for people with epilepsy in the U.S.

Population Trends in U.S. Cities

Over 90% of the U.S. population growth last year took place outside of the 124 largest cities, with many cities losing population, particularly in states like New York and California. Texas and Florida saw growth in their cities, while the largest cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago lost residents. The article also discusses the impact of political decisions on population trends and contrasts the quality of life in urban vs. rural areas.

Quality of Life in Los Angeles

A survey of LA County residents found that quality of life is dropping, with housing costs and the rising cost of living being major concerns. Participants cited dissatisfaction with cost of living, relationships among people of different religions and racial backgrounds, and public safety. Renters expressed concerns about affordability and housing insecurity.

Challenges of Living in Florida

Many people who moved to Florida for its perceived benefits such as beautiful weather and no income tax ended up leaving due to high costs, extreme weather, traffic, and political tensions. Rising insurance rates, expensive housing, and conservative policies were major factors in their decisions to relocate.

Public Dissatisfaction in New York City

A survey shows that only half of New Yorkers plan to stay in the city, with dissatisfaction over public services and safety being major concerns. Despite voting for Democratic leaders, many residents are unhappy with the current state of affairs, especially regarding crime rates and quality of life.

Naked Woman Fight at Venice Beach

A naked woman with a spiked club got into a fight at Venice Beach, captured on video. Residents of Los Angeles have expressed frustration over the deteriorating quality of life in the area.

Ranking of U.S. Cities with Best Quality of Life

U.S. News and World Report released its annual ranking of U.S. cities with the best quality of life. Ann Arbor is ranked the best city with a quality of life score of 7.9, followed by Boulder at No. 2 with a score of 7.7.