Today is the fall equinox! That means we can begin unabashedly leaning into the cozy vibes. It also means that the days are continuing to get shorter, so if you're prone to seasonal affective disorder, you can start prepping now to make for a happier autumn and winter. In the Nice News world, the start of a new season indicates a new fundraiser — this fall, we're partnering with Undue Medical Debt. You can scroll down to learn all about the nonprofit and why you should consider supporting it.
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Humanity
Meet the Medical Debt Charity Where Your Donation Gets Multiplied by 100
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Undue Medical Debt has a clear and compelling hook: Every $10 donated to the nonprofit erases an average of $1,000 in medical debt for families and individuals in need. That sounds too good to be true — but we can assure it's not. The organization, which is partnering with Nice News for our Fall 2025 Cause of the Season fundraiser, is on a worthy mission to not only relieve the medical debt that plagues so many Americans (over 100 million, to be more exact), but also tell the story of that debt. President and CEO Allison Sesso says "telling the story" is critical to helping the public understand the heavy burden of medical debt in the U.S., which totals more than $220 billion nationwide. "When we help people, we encourage them to tell their stories of medical debt, because we think that that helps break the stigma," she explains to Nice News. Read our full article to learn how the process of erasing debt actually works and hear the inspiring story of Deandrea, one of Undue Medical Debt's beneficiaries.
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Supplementing Vitamin B3 Can Slash Risk of Recurrent Skin Cancer, Study Finds
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If you've had a skin cancer diagnosis before, you're likely concerned about how to prevent it from coming back (beyond diligently using sunscreen). Fortunately, new research shows that an over-the-counter vitamin supplement may significantly reduce the risk of non-melanoma skin cancer recurrence, particularly when patients start taking it soon after the first diagnosis. In a study of nearly 34,000 U.S. veterans, researchers found that those who began taking 500 milligrams of nicotinamide (a form of vitamin B3) twice daily for at least a month right after their first skin cancer diagnosis experienced a 54% reduction in the risk of developing another skin cancer,compared to participants who did not take it. "I was very surprised at the degree of risk reduction," study co-author Lee Wheless told NPR. Dermatologist Sarah Arron, who was not involved in the study, said vitamin B3 has been shown to protect cells from damage caused by UV radiation. However, its preventativebenefits for those who've never had skin cancer is still TBD. "It is certainly possible that somebody who is at higher risk for skin cancer, who's already showing signs of precancerous change in the skin, might benefit from nicotinamide," she explained. "But we'll have to do those studies to see."
Environment
Sniffles Be Gone: A Giraffe Learned How to Use an Inhaler to Relieve Her Nasal Congestion
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What do you do when a giraffe has a chronically stuffy nose? You teach her how to use an inhaler, of course. That's what the team at Banham Zoo in Norfolk, U.K., did for Mahiri, a 16-year-old giraffe struggling with persistent nasal congestion. Previously, Mahiri's symptoms were managed with oral steroids, but a zoo veterinarian explained in a video that those aren't recommended as a long-term solution. So instead, the team introduced a custom-made inhaler designed to fit her mouth and nose, leaving just enough room for a treat as a reward for using it. The key to making the pioneering treatment a success was all about the approach, with the keepers giving her ample time to warm up to the new device. "Giraffe as a species can be quite nervous of anything new, so introducing medical equipment takes enormous patience and trust-building," Deborah Harris, the animal manager at Banham Zoo, said in a statement. "Our keepers adjusted daily routines and worked at Mahiri's pace to help her feel comfortable." Three years later? The patience has paid off: Mahiri is using the inhaler confidently, living more comfortably, and making history as the first giraffe in the U.K. to use the treatment method. Watch the wholesome therapy in action.
In Other News
Wave changer: The world's first treatyprotecting biodiversity in international waters was ratified Friday (read more)
Notre Dame's iconic towers soared again for the public over the weekend, six years after a devastating fire (read more)
Hundreds splashed into the Chicago River for the first time in nearly a century, thanks to decades of cleanup (read more)
Construction on Barcelona's Sagrada Familia is progressing, with hopes of finishing the basilica in 10 years (read more)
A jaguar in Brazil smashed the previous longest recorded swim for his species (read more)
Inspiring Story
"Miracle baby"
Trinity Alexandria Rose Taylor's journey is nothing short of a miracle. Trinity was born in April at 26 weeks, weighing less than 2 pounds. But last week, after a 146-day stay in a neonatal intensive care unit in New York, she finally got to go home in the loving arms of her mom and dad. "She has shown us the true definition of what strength is," said mom LaTashia Morris. "She was small but mighty, and she's our little miracle baby." See Trinity thriving.
Photo of the Day
Photo courtesy of Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Big congrats to Ximena! The teen from McAllen, Texas, was named the 2025 National Youth of the Year by the Boys & Girls Clubs of America for her advocacy around expanding mental health resources for Mexican American families — and she received the prestigious award from one of BGCA's most well-known alumni, Denzel Washington. "This recognition shows what's possible when young people are supported and given opportunities to thrive," Ximena said.
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