Category: breaking-news

State Bans Have Forced Over 60 Clinics To Stop Performing Abortions—Affecting 22 Million Women, Analysis Finds

Georgia is the only state with an abortion ban in place that still has clinics performing the procedure.

Foods Rich In Omega-3s May Boost Middle-Aged Brain Health, Research Finds

Higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids—which are found in salmon and sardines—were linked to better cognitive function and brain structure for those in their 40s and 50s, according to a study.

Norwegian Cruise Line Drops Covid Vaccination, Testing And Masking Mandates

It’s the first major cruise operator to end mandatory testing for unvaccinated passengers.

Medical Cannabis Could Replace Addictive Opioids For Pain Relief, Study Suggests

Nearly 86% of survey participants reported reduced pain after taking medical marijuana.

Dementia May Lead To Greater Risk Of Covid Death Than Previously Thought, Study Suggests

Conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s left patients even more vulnerable to death from Covid than other pre-existing ailments like heart disease, a new study found.

White House Announces $1.5 Billion For Worsening Opioid Crisis

The funding is intended to support law enforcement agencies working to tackle the crisis and will boost access to support services and anti-overdose medications like naloxone.

Hong Kong Ditches Strict Covid Quarantine For Travelers After More Than Two Years

Hong Kong’s strict pandemic policies, which have been in place for more than two years, triggered an exodus of people and business and threatened the city’s status as a global financial hub.

These Diseases Cause 74% Of All Deaths But Lack Necessary Funding, WHO Says

Diseases like cancer, heart disease and diabetes are largely preventable and are some of the world’s biggest killers but receive little funding and attention, the WHO said.

Monkeypox Could Cause Neurological Issues Like Nerve Pain And Brain Inflammation, Researchers Warn

Monkeypox vaccines, though safer than previous shots, should also be monitored for possible neurological problems, the researchers said.

Fauci Warns Pandemic-Era ‘Anti-Vaxxer Attitude’ Could Hurt Child Vaccination Rates

His warning comes as diseases like polio and measles stage a comeback in the U.S.