THE HILL – A state judge in Alaska struck down a law prohibiting anyone other than a licensed physician from performing abortions. Superior Court Judge Josie Garton ruled Wednesday the law imposed…
Month: September 2024
Tim Walz Family Members Back Trump
DailyWire.com – Some of Minnesota Democrat Governor Tim Walz’s family came out in support of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump this week, snubbing the Democrats’ vice presidential nominee. The eight individuals took…
New Travel Fear Unlocked: Scorpions in Your Hotel Room
THRILLIST – A lawsuit filed by Michael Farchi, 62, detailed a terrifying encounter with a scorpion at the Venetian Las Vegas. The scorpion reportedly stung Farchi on his genitals, which Farchi claimed…
Mayo Clinic Q and A: When is it time for a knee replacement?
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis. When is a knee replacement appropriate? ANSWER: Osteoarthritis is an extremely common condition affecting over 500 million people worldwide. The knee is the most frequently…
How a Leading Chain of Psychiatric Hospitals Traps Patients
The New York Times – Acadia Healthcare is one of America’s largest chains of psychiatric hospitals. Since the pandemic exacerbated a national mental health crisis, the company’s revenue has soared. Its stock…
Animals Farmed For Fur In China Test Positive For Myriad Concerning Viruses
KFF HEALTH NEWS – Of the 125 viruses found in 461 diseased animals, 39 had a higher potential of infecting other species, researchers found. Meanwhile, a new MRNA-based vaccine to combat mpox…
Concerns grow over possible lockdown as monkeypox cases surge
Kampala, Uganda | The recent increase in confirmed monkeypox cases in Uganda has ignited concerns and debates about the potential reintroduction of preventive measures, such as physical distancing and lockdowns, to prevent…
Dad, 54, battling ‘terrifying’ symptoms after contracting 3 deadly mosquito viruses
TODAY – A 54-year-old father in New Hampshire is fighting for his life in the hospital after contracting three different mosquito-borne viruses: eastern equine encephalitis or “EEE,” West Nile virus and St….
Can You Change Your Metabolism?
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN – In the gym, on medical and wellness websites and on social media, the phrase “boost your metabolism” gets thrown around a lot. Supplement marketers promise pills to make it…
Pope Francis, Battling Ill-Health, Begins Historic Asian Odyssey
NEWSWEEK – Pope Francis arrived in Indonesia on Tuesday at the start of a tour of Asia. After an overnight flight from Rome, the Pope was wheeled off the plane in his…