Henry Miller

Salem

Writer at Statesman Journal

I'm the outdoor writer for the Statesman Journal

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Articles

How beach sands protect oceans from rising sea levels

2 months ago | hammondstar.com | Henry Miller

Walking my dog on coastal beaches will never be the same since I learned about their precarious ecosystems. Beneath their sands lies a hidden world of microbial life that is critical in protecting the ocean. These tiny, unseen organisms act as nature’s filter and purifier, safeguarding marine ecosystems from the harmful effects of chemicals that seep into coastal waters.
COVID Vaccination Mandates in Nursing Homes Improved Patient Outcomes

Jan 7, 2025 | acsh.org | Henry Miller

Providing consistent, high-quality healthcare is difficult and complex, and because frontline workers, who directly interact with patients, are critical to achieving that, attracting, retaining, and motivating these staff is essential. Conversely, anything that increases the turnover of staff can result in compromised care and adverse outcomes.
Flawed Pandemic Record Follows Trump’s NIH Candidate

Dec 24, 2024 | acsh.org | Henry Miller

The divisiveness pervading science and medicine has intensified since the COVID-19 pandemic, fueled by debates over vaccines, mandates and public health measures. Although anti-vaccine sentiment predates the pandemic, a small number of rogue physicians and influencers have amplified disinformation, jeopardizing public trust.
COVID Vaccination Mandates in Nursing Homes Improved Patient Outcomes

Dec 17, 2024 | acsh.org | Henry Miller

Providing consistent high-quality healthcare is difficult and complex, and because frontline workers, who directly interact with patients, are critical to achieving that, attracting, retaining, and motivating these staff is essential. Conversely, anything that enhances turnover of staff can result in compromised care and adverse outcomes.
A call for scientific leadership

Nov 29, 2024 | wmicentral.com | Henry Miller

As the United States prepares for a new presidential administration, Nautilus and the Aspen Institute asked eminent scientists nationwide to offer recommendations for its science and technology agenda. Many group members called for additional investment in science, arguing that research is more essential than ever for navigating the nation’s complex challenges, particularly in a society marked by deep political divisions. In his introduction, Aaron F.
COVID Vaccination Mitigates Post-Infection Mental Illness

Nov 5, 2024 | acsh.org | Henry Miller

Vaccination remains critically important, a shield not just against the physical ravages of COVID infection but also against the insidious mental health deterioration that can follow in its wake. Misguided COVID-minimizers like to say that COVID-19 is no worse than a cold that lasts a few days and then disappears without any sequelae. They’re so wrong, and the evidence of that continues to mount.
Let’s Make the Next Biotech Revolution an American One

Sep 10, 2024 | acsh.org | Henry Miller

The United States has been adept at inventing The Next Big Thing but sometimes stumbles when it comes to exploiting it. From cars to electronics, solar panels, and semiconductors, this pattern has been repeated. Schmidt fears that biotechnology could be next. How could that happen? One way is dependence on other countries for crucial parts of the process, from raw materials to data storage.
Groundbreaking Spray Vaccine Prevents Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections For Up To 9 Years

Sep 3, 2024 | acsh.org | Henry Miller |Geoffrey Kabat

A breakthrough, almost decade-long study of a spray vaccine offers promise for hundreds of millions of women who suffer from urinary tract infections (UTIs) over their lifetimes. The vaccine, called Uromune, was developed by Immunotek, a Spanish-based pharmaceutical company. It has been approved for use in two countries, the Dominican Republic and Mexico, and is under review for approval in Canada. It is also available under special-access conditions in 26 countries, but not the US.
Reported volleyball scores from Tuesday, Aug. 28

Aug 28, 2024 | star-telegram.com | Henry Miller

Reported scores and stats from Tuesday, Aug. 28 games around the RGV and parts of the Coastal Bend. Coaches, please text your scores and state leaders after each game to (956) 821-3834. Please include your district and overall records. District 31-3AIDEA Quest def. IDEA Alamo 25-21, 29-27, 15-25, 25-20District 32-3AIDEA Frontier defeats Santa Rosa 3-0 (scores, stats not provided)Frontier: 1-0 in district, 7-3 overallDistrict 29-5ACC Veterans def. CC Carroll 25-16, 25-19, 25-14Flour Bluff def.
Pioneer efficient, effective in district-opening sweep of Vela

Aug 28, 2024 | myrgv.com | Henry Miller

Only have a minute? Listen insteadDeadly efficient offensively and in never-ending relentless pursuit on defense, Sharyland Pioneer made it look easy in its District 31-5A opener at home on Tuesday, sweeping a hungry Edinburg Vela team that is expected to be fighting for a playoff position at the end of the season, 25-13, 25-22, 25-15.