Health Archives – The Land

Advocates, front-line providers ramp up support for Cleveland’s unhoused this winter

By Taylor Wilson ● Social Equity ● December 15, 2025

“Warm weather shelters, cold weather shelters, specifically in our current climate, in communities like Cleveland and other places that have harsher winters or are even harsher summers, are lifesaving interventions.”

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A jog around Cleveland’s growing running scene

By Phil Kidd ● Health ● December 10, 2025

There are dozens of running clubs, catering to newbies and experienced runners alike. See what makes jogging The Land so special.

‘Psych Hospital Hope’ aims to bust myths, promote understanding

By Rodney Bengston ● Arts & Culture ● November 18, 2025

Psych wards can be true lifesavers. That’s the main message Deena Nyer Mendlowitz is trying to get across with a special edition of her Mental Illness and Friends presents “Psych Hospital Hope” at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 22 at Imposters Theater.

Hollywood star’s IlluminateHER program sheds light on beauty standards, helps Cleveland girls

By Zachary Lewis ● Arts & Culture ● October 30, 2025

“It’s not about how you look. It’s about what’s inside you and the difference you can make. That’s what this project is all about: taking pictures that speak for you.”

Robin Brown and CCOAL heightening awareness of lead poisoning in Cleveland homes and beyond

By Christopher Johnston ● Health ● October 28, 2025

Robin Brown’s mission to put an end to lead poisoning in children is a never-ending journey.

Cuyahoga County’s new director of homeless services wants to protect Northeast Ohioans, grapples with federal hurdles

By Bob Sandrick ● Government ● October 27, 2025

“One thing I found is that prevention is key. How do we keep families from major crises?”

Broken showers, black mold and clogged toilets: Cuyahoga County Jail is disgusting

By Brittany Hailer, Ivy Scott, Daja E. Henry & The Marshall Project ● Communities ● October 9, 2025

Overcrowding, outdated facilities and poor management have led to filthy conditions for jail detainees.

Cleveland now has a full-time LGBTQ+ community liaison; one of only a handful in the country

By Ken Schneck & The Buckeye Flame ● Communities ● October 7, 2025

Cleveland’s LGBTQ+ community liaison – is a first in Cleveland and maybe even in Ohio.

In perfect sync: Crews power down Cuyahoga River as thousands line downtown shores for rowing regatta

By Ryan Grzybowski ● Arts & Culture ● October 4, 2025

On the last weekend of September rowers took their oars to the water in the 29th Annual Head of the Cuyahoga Regatta in Cleveland’s own Cuyahoga River.

Cleveland researcher gets closer to new restorative treatment for multiple sclerosis

By Grant Segall ● Health ● September 29, 2025

A study led by Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) shows new potential for treating multiple sclerosis (MS) and other diseases while boosting Cleveland’s economy. That is, if America keeps investing in science.