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Early signs of rising COVID in California as new FLiRT subvariants dominate

California faces an early summer COVID-19 season with rising sewage concentrations and FLiRT subvariants surpassing the winter strain nationally. [ more ]

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Public health

Negotiators for the global pandemic treaty couldn't meet their deadline

The global pandemic treaty efforts failed to meet the deadline due to unresolved issues, but there is still hope for its development in the future. [ more ]

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Public health

RFK Jr. Says He Refused to Wear a Mask Because He'd Rather Die of Covid Than Be Living Like a Slave'

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addressed the Libertarian National Convention, emphasizing his views on masking and vaccines during the Covid pandemic. [ more ]

Independent

Public health

A new Covid variant FLiRT has arrived in Ireland - how worried should we be?

The new Covid variant FLiRT is rapidly spreading in Ireland, accounting for a significant portion of cases, raising concerns of a potential summer surge. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Public health

Africa's cholera crisis worsens amid extreme weather events

Extreme weather in Africa leads to cholera outbreaks. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Public health

Bird Flu Virus Found in Beef Tissue

Bird flu virus found in tissue of sick dairy cow raises concerns about commercial beef supply safety; U.S.D.A assures existing safety measures. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Public health

Countries Fail to Agree on Treaty to Prepare the World for the Next Pandemic

Countries have struggled to reach a consensus on a treaty to combat future pandemics, highlighting disparities in vaccine access. [ more ]

Austin Monitor

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Travis County has seen a surge of fentanyl overdoses. A new report shows it's not slowing down. - Austin Monitor

Fentanyl-related overdoses are the leading cause of accidental deaths in Travis County, with a significant increase in fatalities over the years. [ more ]

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Public health

New malaria vaccine delivered for the first time

Central African Republic receives new malaria vaccine R21/Matrix-M for children to combat high malaria incidence. [ more ]

Boston.com

Public health

DPH: Workers injured on the job 35% more likely to die of opioid overdose

Workers injured on the job are more likely to die of opioid overdoses, highlighting the connection between workplace injury, pain management, and opioid use. [ more ]

Toronto

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Ontario patients visiting emergency rooms out of fear being booted by family doctor

Ontario patients are now visiting emergency departments out of fear of being de-rostered from their doctor's office - a loophole that results in hospitals dealing with non-urgent cases, and disrupts continuity of care paramount to family medicine, according to health-care experts.

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Bird flu: 'No evidence' H5N1 virus spreading among people DW 05/16/2024

Consuming pasteurized milk products is safe despite HPAI in dairy cattle. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Public health

Cows Have Almost Certainly Infected More Than Two People With Bird Flu

Protecting dairy workers from further spread is crucial to containing the outbreak. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Public health

Is It Covid, Spring Allergies, or a Cold?

It can be challenging to differentiate between seasonal allergies, cold symptoms, and Covid-19, necessitating Covid testing for clarity. [ more ]

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Public health

Is It Covid, Spring Allergies, or a Cold?

It can be challenging to distinguish between seasonal allergies, colds, and Covid symptoms, and at-home rapid tests are harder to obtain post-public health emergency. [ more ]

Dailycaller

Public health

Don Lemon Says Vaccine Requirements Didn't Cost People Their Jobs Because 'Everyone Was Working From Home'

Don Lemon made controversial comments on the Full Send Podcast regarding the pandemic and vaccines. [ more ]

time.com

Public health

Should I Worry About Catching the Bird Flu?

The risk of human-to-human transmission of bird flu remains low, with cases primarily linked to infected birds and mammals on farms. [ more ]

Kqed

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COVID is Rising in Bay Area Wastewater Again. Why? | KQED

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Could current COVID vaccines protect against future outbreaks? New study offers hope

Irene Wright | The Charlotte Observer (TNS) Before March 2020, it was hard to imagine a global pandemic in the modern age.

Now, it's hard to imagine our lives without one.

Intelligencer

Public health

The Bird-Flu Outbreak Has Spread to a Second Person

The second human case of bird flu in a Michigan farmworker highlights the spread of the virus to U.S. dairy cows. [ more ]

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Public health

Middle East Crisis: Spain, Norway and Ireland Recognize a Palestinian State, a Blow to Israel

Hospitals in Gaza, like Al Awda, are under siege, cutting off access to medical care and basic supplies amidst ongoing conflicts. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Public health

Attacks on health workers in conflict zones at highest level ever report

Attacks on health workers in conflict zones rose by 25% in 2023, driven by new wars like in Gaza and Sudan, leading to over 2,500 violent incidents against healthcare. [ more ]

Dealbreaker

Public health

GSK Discovered Vaccine That Protects Against RSV, Paul Singer

CEO changes can help companies suffering from bad executive syndrome, leading to positive outcomes like vaccine developments. [ more ]

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Public health

CDC warns of more US bird flu cases after second human infected by cows

The second human case of bird flu in US dairy workers has been reported, emphasizing the importance of monitoring and testing among farm workers. [ more ]

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Public health

A Michigan farmworker is diagnosed with bird flu in 2nd U.S. case tied to dairy cows

Michigan farmworker diagnosed with bird flu after contact with infected cows, second U.S. human case. Public risk low, but farmworkers at higher risk. [ more ]

time.com

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Michigan Dairy Worker Diagnosed With Bird Flu, Becoming Second U.S. Case Tied to Cow Outbreak

A Michigan dairy worker is the second human case in the U.S. of bird flu linked to an outbreak in dairy cows, with low public risk.

Bird flu virus has spread to various animal species globally, but no significant transmission to humans has been reported.

The virus has been confirmed in 51 dairy herds in nine states, with high levels in raw milk, but pasteurized products remain safe. [ more ]

Nature

Public health

A global pandemic treaty is in sight: don't scupper it

Equity between nations was ignored during COVID-19 outbreak, emphasizing the importance of a global pandemic agreement for prevention and preparedness. [ more ]

Axios

Public health

Newest version of ChatGPT could accelerate chatbot care

ChatGPT's advancements could revolutionize healthcare interactions. [ more ]

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Public health

Nursing homes wield pandemic immunity laws to duck wrongful death suits

Lawsuits against nursing homes for COVID-related negligence face challenges due to immunity laws passed during the pandemic. [ more ]

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Trials that infected people with common colds can inform today's COVID-19 challenge trials

Viral strains used in challenge trials are difficult to match circulating variants exactly due to stringent production processes. [ more ]

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Public health

What military doctors can teach us about power in the United States

Power imbalances in healthcare treatment based on military ranks, race, and gender influence patient care outcomes. [ more ]

Shopify

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Nursing Side Hustles To Make Extra Money with Your Skills (2024) - Shopify

Having a side hustle can offer additional income and skill development opportunities for nurses. [ more ]

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Public health

A day with no COVID deaths? It finally happened in California

It was a regular Tuesday in spring, sunny and warm, and a little foggy at the coast.

www.dailynews.com

Public health

Latest COVID worry, FLiRT variants, sparks concern about vaccination rates

Vaccination rates remain low as new FLiRT COVID variants spread, more transmissible than previous strains, immunity wanes over time. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

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30,000 infected and 3,000 dead: The shocking numbers behind infected blood scandal

The NHS infected blood scandal led to 30,000 patients infected with HIV and hepatitis, 3,000 deaths, and lifelong health complications for survivors. [ more ]

The Mercury News

Public health

Latest COVID worry, FLiRT variants, sparks concern about vaccination rates

FLiRT is a new family of highly transmissible COVID variants spreading across the country. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Public health

Philippines plans vaccination drive as whooping cough outbreak claims lives

The Philippines is facing a whooping cough outbreak, with many unvaccinated children at risk. [ more ]

Greenmedinfo

Public health

New York Times Investigation Finds People Injured by COVID Vaccines Are Being 'Ignored'

The New York Times acknowledges COVID-19 vaccine injuries after years of dismissing related reports. [ more ]

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When measles rears its head, young, unvaccinated children bear the brunt of the disease | CBC News

Measles death of unvaccinated child in Ontario highlights the importance of vaccination in preventing such tragedies. [ more ]

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Public health

Stranded in the ER, seniors await hospital care and suffer avoidable harm

Older adults often face prolonged ER stays, known as ER boarding, due to staff shortages and lack of hospital beds. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Public health

L.A. County investigating reported hepatitis A case at Beverly Hills Whole Foods

Potential hepatitis A exposure at a Whole Foods supermarket in Beverly Hills urges vaccination for affected individuals. [ more ]

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US: 'No evidence' of H5N1 bird flu spreading among people DW 05/16/2024

HPAI H5N1 bird flu virus spreading among dairy cattle in nine US states since March 2024. [ more ]

WIRED

Public health

There's New Hope for an HIV Vaccine

A potential HIV vaccine triggering broad neutralizing antibodies is a significant advancement in the field. [ more ]

New York Post

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We now know the likely truth about COVID, and how scientists lied

COVID-19 is possibly a man-made virus that originated from a Chinese lab funded in part by the US government. [ more ]

Newsmax

Public health

Fed Chair Powell Tests Positive for COVID-19

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell tested positive for COVID-19 and is working from home. [ more ]

Cbsnews

Public health

COVID "likely growing" in D.C. and 12 states, CDC estimates

COVID-19 infections are increasing in 12 states and D.C. after a spring slowdown, dominated by KP.2 and KP.1.1 "FLiRT" variants. [ more ]

time.com

Public health

Health Experts are Watching a More Dangerous Version of Mpox

Cases of new, severe mpox viruses rising in Central Africa, posing global threat. [ more ]

Yahoo Finance

Public health

Fed Chair Powell tests positive for COVID-19, working from home

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell tested positive for COVID-19. [ more ]

Ars Technica

Public health

"Outrageously" priced weight-loss drugs could bankrupt US health care

The rise of effective weight-loss drugs could significantly impact America's high obesity rate and prescription drug pricing, potentially exerting a massive financial strain on the healthcare system. [ more ]

Irish Independent

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Almost 80 legal cases arise from alleged side-effects of Covid vaccines

Health Minister working on compensation scheme for Covid-19 vaccine side-effects. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

Public health

Ford calls on Ottawa to end approvals for safe drug supply sites, review existing ones | CBC News

Ontario Premier Doug Ford calls for federal review of opioid sites and criteria for provincial support. [ more ]

time.com

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Genetics Played Role in Rare Blood Clots Linked to COVID-19 Vaccines, Researchers Find

Rare blood clots from J&J and AstraZeneca COVID-19 shots linked to autoimmune reaction in genetically susceptible individuals, shaping future vaccine development. [ more ]

www.scientificamerican.com

Public health

Do We Have Enough Bird Flu Vaccines for a Potential Pandemic?

Concerns raised over avian influenza virus H5N1 infecting cattle and potential human spread. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Public health

Opinion | As Bird Flu Looms, the Lessons of Past Pandemics Take on New Urgency

Bird flu is evolving, increasing chances of cross-species transmissions, highlighting pandemic preparation imperative. [ more ]

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'No evidence' of H5N1 bird flu spreading among people DW 05/16/2024

Consuming pasteurized dairy products is safe in the face of H5N1 bird flu outbreak. Avoid raw milk consumption. [ more ]

News

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Nursing leaders playing bigger role on global health stage

Harvard Global Nursing Leadership Program (HGNLP) graduates are driving health system improvements globally. [ more ]

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Ontario measles cases approaching high set a decade ago | CBC News

The number of confirmed cases of measles in Ontario in just over four months of the year is nearing a high number set a decade ago in the province, according to data from an provincial government agency.

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Public health

HPV vaccine stops 90% of cervical cancer cases

England began vaccinating teenage girls in 2008 and results show it is paying off.

www.nytimes.com

Public health

Overdose Deaths Dropped in U.S. in 2023 for First Time in Five Years

Overdose deaths in the US slightly decreased in 2023 due to fewer synthetic opioid deaths, but stimulant-related fatalities rose, posing ongoing challenges in the addiction crisis. [ more ]

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U.S. drug deaths declined slightly in 2023 but remained at crisis levels

The influx of fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills remains a pressing issue, but methamphetamine and cocaine are the main culprits causing more deaths in the U.S. [ more ]

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Deadly overdoses fell in US for first time in five years, new estimates show

Deaths from drug overdoses fell in the US for the first time in five years, with a 3% decline equating to nearly 3,500 fewer deaths. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

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Deadly overdoses fell in U.S. for first time in five years, new estimates show

Deaths from drug overdoses decreased in the U.S. for the first time in five years, mainly due to fewer fatalities involving fentanyl and other opioids. [ more ]

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Sacramento Bee

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Are new COVID variants - called 'FLiRT' - spreading in California? A UC doctor explains

The FLiRT variants, KP.1.1 and KP.2, are rapidly spreading in California, showing increased transmissibility. [ more ]

Irish Independent

Public health

Investigation demanded into death of man whose face was infested with maggots in nursing home, Dail told

Call for investigation into nursing home deaths during Covid-19. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

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Fewer US overdose deaths were reported last year, but experts are still cautious

The number of U.S. fatal overdoses fell last year, with experts urging caution and noting it's too early to draw long-term conclusions. [ more ]

Gay City News

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Mpox cases ticking up yet again in NYC, health officials warn

City health officials warn of rising mpox cases among men who have sex with men in NYC. [ more ]

Medscape

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US Drug Overdose Deaths Declined in 2023

Drug overdose deaths dropped by 3.1% from 2022, the CDC reports.

Despite the overall decline, 15 states reported an increase of up to 44% in overdose deaths.

Toronto

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'Not a scarient': New COVID-19 subvariant dominant in Canada

A new COVID-19 subvariant is dominant in Canada, representing just over 30 per cent of cases in the country, but infectious disease experts say there's no sign it'll evolve into a summer 'scarient.'

Medscape

Public health

Opinion: The Immunology of COVID and the Future

A leading light in immunobiology takes us through long COVID, nasal vaccines, and the next frontier of the field.

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Forget ringing the button for the nurse. Patients now stay connected by wearing one

By Phil Galewitz, KFF Health News Patients admitted to Houston Methodist Hospital get a monitoring device about the size of a half-dollar affixed to their chest and an unwitting role in the expanding use of artificial intelligence in health care.

time.com

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U.S. Authorities Seized Over 115 Million Illicit Pills Containing Fentanyl in 2023

The number of illicit fentanyl-containing pills seized in the US increased significantly from 2017 to 2023, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced public health measures to curb overdose deaths. [ more ]

Kqed

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San Francisco Doctors Call for Urgent Public Health Response to Overdose Epidemic | KQED

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Toronto's top doctor to step down after 8 years on the job | CBC News

Dr. Eileen de Villa will resign as Toronto's medical officer of health at the end of the year after eight years leading the public health unit. [ more ]

www.bbc.com

Public health

Bobby Storey: Michelle O'Neill says sorry at Covid Inquiry

The first minister tells the Covid Inquiry her actions compounded the hurt and angered families during the pandemic.

Sacramento Bee

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Public health leaders push back against Gavin Newsom's budget cuts: 'We cannot go back'

Proposed cuts to California's state and local health departments are described as 'devastating' and 'a step backwards' by public health leaders. [ more ]

www.npr.org

Public health

Shortage at nursing homes have left an increasing number of patients in hospitals

Complex patients who need long-term care are struggling to find care in skilled nursing facilities.

Researchers say staffing shortages play a huge role.

Inverse

Public health

This Simple One-Shot Vaccine Could Protect Against a Host of Coronaviruses

Developing a proactive vaccine strategy against a range of coronaviruses using superglue technology can be a crucial step in preventing future pandemics. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Public health

Lack of bird flu testing may be hiding true spread of virus on US farms

Serious gaps in testing animals and people are obscuring the true rate of avian influenza cases in the US, hindering containment efforts. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Public health

The issue is when to pull the trigger': how prepared are we for human bird flu?

Bird flu, specifically the H5N1 strain of influenza, has been spreading among mammals, including domestic animals, raising concerns about potential risks to humans. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Public health

AstraZeneca's Covid vaccine is no more but its remarkable success must not be forgotten | Robin McKie

The AstraZeneca Covid vaccine played a crucial role in saving lives but faced controversy and challenges, highlighting complex issues around vaccines and global healthcare. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Public health

There's a New Covid Variant. What Will That Mean for Spring and Summer?

KP.2 variant, part of FLiRT subset, slightly more infectious & immune-evading than JN.1, monitoring for potential summer surge. [ more ]

Cbsnews

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"FLiRT" COVID variants are now more than a third of U.S. cases. Scientists share what we know about them so far.

The KP.2 variant is rapidly becoming the dominant strain in the US, representing a projected 35.3% of infections.

The fast-growing FLiRT variants are distinct from JN.1 and are being closely monitored for changes and impact on infection rates. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

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Experts blast CDC over refusal to test sewage for signs of H5N1 bird flu virus

Wastewater surveillance is a valuable tool for early outbreak detection and should be strategically deployed for monitoring pathogens like H5N1 bird flu. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Public health

There's a new highly transmissible COVID-19 variant. Could FLiRT lead to a summer uptick?

Two new COVID-19 subvariants, FLiRT (KP.2 and KP.1.1), are 20% more transmissible than the previous JN.1 variant. FLiRT dominates infections, causing a possible summer uptick. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Public health

Why has bird flu in the US spread to cows and what's the risk for humans?

The article highlights the concern of a potential global spread of bird flu from animals to humans. [ more ]

Truthout

Public health

Grieving Mothers Say Punitive New Drug Laws Won't Solve the Overdose Crisis

Imposing punitive anti-drug laws does not prevent overdose deaths, but rather exacerbates the public health crisis by criminalizing individuals with substance abuse disorders. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

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Child measles case at Sacramento hospital may have exposed 200 people, health officials say

At least 200 residents exposed to measles at UC Davis Medical Center, highlighting the importance of vaccination and public health measures. [ more ]

FlowingData

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Low risk for human bird flu transmission

Bird flu can pass between mammals, but transmission to humans through milk is unlikely. [ more ]

BBC News

Public health

Whooping cough: Vaccine expert 'very worried' by whooping cough deaths

Vaccination rates in pregnant women must increase to protect infants from whooping cough, particularly in the face of rising cases and deaths in England. [ more ]

Cbsnews

Public health

Seattle to open overdose recovery center amid rising deaths

Seattle is creating a recovery center in a hotel for overdose survivors with health needs, providing medical care and connecting them to treatment services. [ more ]

Axios

Public health

New COVID variants are a reminder of coronavirus reality

Amid record low hospitalizations, new COVID variants remind people the virus is still evolving, requiring continued vigilance. [ more ]

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Public health

Bird flu is bad for poultry and dairy cows. It's not a dire threat for most of us yet

The H5N1 bird flu virus has infected dairy cows in multiple states, raising concerns about the possibility of efficient human-to-human transmission. [ more ]

Boston.com

Public health

Moderna's mRNA dreams meet reality with first post-Covid shot

The upcoming RSV shot by Moderna showcases the potential of mRNA technology to treat various illnesses beyond Covid. [ more ]

News

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Bird flu doesn't pose imminent pandemic risk-but lack of transparency, planning a cause for concern

Experts concerned about bird flu spread in cows in the U.S. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Public health

How Poor Tracking of Bird Flu Leaves Dairy Workers at Risk

The bird flu outbreak on dairy farms poses a significant risk to farmworkers due to lack of testing, vaccination, and healthcare access. [ more ]

Mail Online

Public health

'Concerning' new Covid variant 'FLIRT' is becoming dominant across US

The latest Covid variants nicknamed 'FLiRT' are sweeping the nation after mutating the virus in a way that it evades the human immune systems.

time.com

Public health

Over 321,000 Children in the U.S. Lost a Parent to Drug Overdose, Study Finds

More than 321,000 children in the U.S. lost a parent to a drug overdose from 2011 to 2021, an alarming figure that shows the nation's obligation to comprehensively address the needs of individuals, families and communities when tackling the growing overdose crisis, experts say.

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