Happy Friday, dear readers, and welcome back to Five on Friday, where we share out five pieces that MCN staff believes you should read. This week, our staff uncovered not one, not two, but three articles featuring good news, a triple Weekly Win. Enjoy!

“Living less than about one-third of a mile from pesticide use prior to conception and during early pregnancy could increase the risk of stillbirths,” according to new research. Amy shared this piece. Pesticide Exposure Linked to Stillbirth Risk in New Study

Pam recommended the findings from the Commonwealth Fund 2024 national survey of Federally Qualified Health Centers. Community Health Centers’ Progress and Challenges in Meeting Patients’ Essential Primary Care Needs 

Weekly Win: One step closer: The Federal heat proposal is officially published in the federal register! Read the full text of the proposed rule. Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings

Weekly Win: Del sent on this good news. “Mexico hopes that if migrants can wait for their appointments in the south they might not risk getting snagged by authorities without papers or by organized crime groups that prey on migrants travelling north. With an appointment, they could, in theory, move without interference,” the article notes. US Expands Area in Mexico to Apply for Border Asylum Appointments, Hoping to Slow Push North

Weekly Win: The fall COVID vaccines are now shipping! This added protection will save lives. Get the scoop on the new vaccines on this recent Your Local Epidemiologist post, sent along by Amy. A Guide to Fall 2024 Vaccines

Have a safe and healthy weekend!