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Public health
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Public health

Before the Coronavirus Pandemic, Overlooked Clues From Chinese Scientists

Chinese scientists submitted the genetic code of the new coronavirus to a U.S. repository, but it was never added to the database.
It took almost two weeks for the genetic code of the new coronavirus to be publicly posted online, sparking a global effort to combat the virus.
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Public health

As respiratory viruses spread everywhere, what should you do if you get sick?

Flu, coronavirus, and RSV are on the rise and causing respiratory illnesses.
Testing for the exact virus causing symptoms is not necessary for most people, except for vulnerable individuals or when treatment may be available.
New York Post
4 months ago
Public health

NYC launches $4 million COVID vaccine campaign targeting poor neighborhoods

Mayor Eric Adams' health team is launching a $4 million "vaccine equity" campaign to expand vaccine coverage in poorer communities.
The campaign aims to raise awareness of long COVID and its impact on health and wellbeing.
The targeted communities include Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island.
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Coronavirus
New York Post
2 months ago
Coronavirus

China toys with deadly new COVID strain: When will the madness end?

Chinese virologists experiment with a new coronavirus strain that is lethal in human-transgenic mice
Concerns raised about the lack of biosafety measures in Chinese labs
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Coronavirus

As respiratory viruses spread everywhere, what should you do if you get sick?

Flu, coronavirus, and RSV are on the rise and causing respiratory illnesses.
Testing for the exact virus causing symptoms is not necessary for most people, except for vulnerable individuals or when treatment may be available.
HuffPost
4 months ago
Coronavirus

COVID Deaths, Hospitalizations Rise In The U.S. Ahead Of Winter Holiday Season

COVID-19 deaths and hospitalizations are on the rise in certain parts of the US ahead of the holiday season.
Maryland and Colorado have the highest percentage of COVID-19 deaths.
Positive COVID test results have remained unchanged while emergency department visits for COVID have increased.
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Coronavirus

How Viral Infections Cause Long-Term Health Problems

Infection with the coronavirus can lead to autoimmune disorders in some individuals.
The coronavirus can cause extreme inflammation and long-term health problems reminiscent of long Covid.
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Omicron, Now 2 Years Old, Is Not Done With Us Yet

Omicron is a highly mutated variant of the coronavirus that emerged in South Africa and spread rapidly.
Omicron challenges assumptions virologists had before the pandemic and has become adept at evading immunity.
Researchers are trying to make sense of the past two years and prepare for the future, but warn that the virus still has the capacity to surprise.
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Omicron, Now 2 Years Old, Is Not Done With Us Yet

Omicron is a highly mutated variant of the coronavirus that emerged in South Africa and spread rapidly.
Omicron challenges assumptions virologists had before the pandemic and has become adept at evading immunity.
Researchers are trying to make sense of the past two years and prepare for the future, but warn that the virus still has the capacity to surprise.
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MyNorthwest.com
2 months ago
Education

Editorial Roundup: United States

The number of home-schooled children in the US has increased by as much as 51% over the past six academic years.
Home schooling is becoming more popular across geography and demography due to concerns about politics in education, safety, and individualized learning.
Health
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Health

As respiratory viruses spread everywhere, what should you do if you get sick?

Flu, coronavirus, and RSV are on the rise and causing respiratory illnesses.
Testing for the exact virus causing symptoms is not necessary for most people, except for vulnerable individuals or when treatment may be available.
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Health

As respiratory viruses spread everywhere, what should you do if you get sick?

Flu, coronavirus, and RSV are on the rise and causing respiratory illnesses.
Testing for the exact virus causing symptoms is not necessary for most people, except for vulnerable individuals or when treatment may be available.
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Health

As respiratory viruses spread everywhere, what should you do if you get sick?

Flu, coronavirus, and RSV are on the rise and causing respiratory illnesses.
Testing for the exact virus causing symptoms is not necessary for most people, except for vulnerable individuals or when treatment may be available.
www.npr.org
9 months ago
Health

Doctors rally to defend abortion provider Caitlin Bernard after she was censured

Hundreds of Indiana doctors are coming to the defense of Caitlin Bernard, the obstetrician/gynecologist who was recently punished by a state licensing board for talking publicly about providing an abortion for a 10-year-old rape victim.Dr. Caitlin Bernard (center left) sits next to her attorneys during a May 25 hearing before the Indiana Medical Licensing Board in downtown Indianapolis.
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New York Post
4 months ago
Women

How did America become a deadlier place for men?

Life expectancy in the US has dropped for both genders, but especially men.
Men are worse off and falling further behind in terms of well-being.
Women are outliving men by 5.8 years as of 2021.
Independent
4 months ago
Coronavirus

As we head into the winter, how much of a threat is Covid-19 to our health and should we treat it as a flu?

National wastewater tests in Ireland show a drop in traces of Covid-19 in seven areas of the country, despite more people staying indoors.
Recent variants of Covid-19 have not caused as much trouble as initially feared, although some individuals are still being admitted to intensive care.
Independent
4 months ago
Coronavirus

As we head into the winter, how much of a threat is Covid-19 to our health and should we treat is as a flu?

National wastewater tests in Ireland show a drop in traces of Covid-19 in seven areas of the country, despite more people staying indoors.
Recent variants of Covid-19 have not caused significant trouble in Ireland, although some people are still being admitted to intensive care.
The latest variants of Covid-19 don't seem to be causing much concern, despite initial worries.
Axios
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Distrust in scientists rises among both Republicans and Democrats: poll

Trust in scientists and belief in the positive impact of science on society has decreased among Americans over the past four years.
Republicans have seen a significant decline in trust, with 38% expressing little to no confidence in scientists.
Democrats have also experienced a decrease in trust, with only 37% expressing a great deal of confidence in scientists.
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Covid strain that killed 8,000 cats found in UK. The symptoms to look out for

A deadly and infectious strain of coronavirus that affected cats in Cyprus has been found in the UK.
The virus, known as F-CoV-23, is a hybrid of feline and canine coronaviruses and is not linked to Covid-19.
The virus can cause feline infection peritonitis (FIP), which can be deadly.
HuffPost
7 months ago
Parenting

The COVID EG.5 Symptoms Doctors Are Seeing The Most Right Now

EG.5, a subvariant of the coronavirus, is currently responsible for the majority of COVID-19 cases in the United States. However, other subvariants such as XBB.1.16 and FL.1.5.1 are also contributing to the rise in cases.
The symptoms of EG.5 are similar to those of previous variants, including fatigue, fever, and dry cough. However, it is important to note that symptoms can vary from person to person.
While hospitalizations remain relatively low compared to earlier periods of the pandemic, it is crucial to take proactive measures to prevent the spread of the virus and protect yourself and your loved ones from infection.
Mental health
Medscape
7 months ago
Mental health

FDA, DEA Blame Demand, Drug Makers for ADHD Med Shortage

Clinical trials have demonstrated the potential for autologous stem cell therapy to improve cardiac function and reduce mortality in patients with dilated cardiomyopathy.
The use of autologous stem cells, specifically mesenchymal stem cells, has been found to be safe and well-tolerated in patients with dilated cardiomyopathy.
Medscape
8 months ago
Mental health

Top Coping Strategies to Quell Pandemic Stress Revealed

Patients with chronic pain should be regularly monitored for opioid misuse and addiction. Clinicians should assess all patients for risk factors associated with opioid misuse and addiction including previous substance abuse, mental health disorders, and family history of substance abuse.
Non-pharmacological treatments for chronic pain should be considered before using opioids. These include physical therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapies, acupuncture, and exercise.
Medscape
8 months ago
Mental health

Global Burden of Brain Disorders Surpasses CVD, Cancer

Mental health conditions are increasing in prevalence among young adults, with major depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders being the most common in this age group.
Social media use has been linked to worse mental health outcomes, including an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicide.
Medscape
9 months ago
Mental health

HHS Gives Advisory on Mental Health Symptoms of Long COVID

Physical activity is an important factor in preventing cardiovascular diseases. It is recommended to engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity each week.
Eating a healthy diet can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Eating a diet high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats can help reduce the risk of diseases such as heart attack and stroke.
Medscape
9 months ago
Mental health

New Insight Into Drivers of Self-Harm in Teens

The use of procalcitonin (PCT) may help reduce antibiotic use in patients with lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) without compromising treatment outcomes.
The use of PCT to guide antibiotic treatment decisions is cost-effective compared to standard care, and can reduce antibiotic overuse and development of antibiotic resistance.
Medscape
9 months ago
Mental health

Novel Agent Promising for Major Depression: Phase 3 Data

1. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a long-term, chronic condition that can have a significant impact on a patient’s quality of life.
2. Treatment of IBD should be tailored to each patient’s individual needs, and may involve a combination of medications, lifestyle modifications, and supportive therapies.
3. Regular monitoring of IBD symptoms is essential in order to ensure timely treatment and prevent long-term complications.
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The New Yorker
8 months ago
Culture

The Parent of a Teen-Ager Is an Emotional-Garbage Collector

Parenting a teenager can be a difficult and challenging process, requiring a lot of patience and emotional energy.
Teenagers need space to explore their own identity and emotions, which may differ from those of their parents.
It is important for parents to have open and honest conversations with their teens so they can both develop a healthy and supportive relationship.
The New Yorker
8 months ago
Business

What COVID Revealed About American Psychiatry

The Covid-19 pandemic has revealed the lack of access to mental health care in the United States, particularly for underserved communities.
Psychiatrists and other mental health professionals have responded to the surge in need by providing telemedicine services, which has enabled more people to access care.
The pandemic has highlighted the importance of increasing funding for mental health services and developing more effective ways to treat mental illness.
The New Yorker
9 months ago
Business

A Private Garden as an Antidote to Isolation

The photographer Siân Davey said, of her family's plot in the South of England, "It felt like the potential for the whole world was held in that garden."In the spring of 2020, the photographer Siân Davey was, like much of the rest of humanity, locked down at home with her family.
New York Post
8 months ago
New York City

Ageism in NYC is a serious issue with 29% of young New Yorkers feeling seniors shouldn't work: poll

Respect your elders!Age discrimination is a serious issue that must be confronted in the Big Apple - especially as the number of residents ages 65 and up is expected to continue climbing, according to a new report."Older adults and people of color have experienced disproportionate illness and death during the COVID-19 pandemic," the city Health Department said in an analysis on ageism.
New York Post
10 months ago
New York City

NY nursing home COVID victim's kin slams Andrew Cuomo in House hearing

The daughter of an elderly woman who died of COVID-19 in a New York nursing home ripped disgraced former Gov. Andrew Cuomo Wednesday for covering up his decision to move infected patients into senior care facilities at the start of the pandemic.Vivian Zayas told lawmakers on the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic that her mother, Ana Martinez, and thousands of others who were confined in nursing homes between March and May 2020 as a result of Cuomo's directive were "treated like zoo animals" and died alone.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Boris Johnson accused of breaking yet more rules over Daily Mail job

Jump to content Sign up to our newslettersSubscribe News Sports Voices Culture Lifestyle Travel Premium NewsUKUK Politics Martha McHardy Saturday 17 June 2023 10:00Comments Close Privileges Committee finds Boris Johnson misled Parliament Boris Johnson has been accused of committing a clear breach of the rules for failing to follow protocol ahead of announcing his new columnist role at the Daily Mail.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Covid inquiry to look at Brexit impact on pandemic

The Covid inquiry will examine the impact of Brexit on Britain's readiness for the virus and the government's handling of the pandemic.Two years after then-PM Boris Johnson announced a public inquiry would be set up, chairwoman Baroness Hallett will officially begin the first day of evidence on Tuesday.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

From Fleet Street to Partygate: Boris Johnson's extraordinary rise and fall

He was the London mayor who basked in the glory of the 2012 Olympics, before leading the Conservatives to a landmark election victory on the back of his promise to get Brexit done.But Boris Johnson's career will perhaps best be remembered for being peppered with scandal - primarily the lockdown-busting parties which cast a shadow over his political future.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

British backpacker loses arm in horrific farm accident while on Australian gap year

A British man who lost an arm while backpacking across Australia is crowdfunding to allow him to regain the exciting and adventurous life he previously enjoyed.Henry Dunn, 23, spent 11 months travelling across southeast Asia, New Zealand and then Australia before he was injured last November.He was involved in a serious accident just a week before he was due to leave the cattle ranch in the Northern Territory he had spent three months working on.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

Covid-linked compensation bid by students against university reaches High Court

A compensation bid by Covid-19 pandemic-hit students seeking to recover some of their eye-watering tuition fees after feeling cheated by their educational experience at one of London's leading universities has reached the High Court.Nearly 1,000 current and former students are bringing a claim against University College London (UCL), with thousands more wanting to join the legal action, alleging the university breached their tuition contracts.
www.cbc.ca
9 months ago
Toronto

Ontario uses MZOs to speed up redevelopment of 3 nursing homes accused of pandemic mismanagement | CBC News

Ontario has used its powers to push through the redevelopment of three long-term care homes run by a company accused of serious mismanagement during the pandemic, including widespread deaths in its facilities.Local residents and seniors said they are outraged by the ministerial zoning orders to speed up the redevelopment of Orchard Villa in Pickering, Ont., another that has been opposed in Port Hope, Ont., and a third in Ottawa all run by Southbridge Care Homes.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US news

Biden Says He Plans to Appoint Mandy Cohen as C.D.C. Director

President Biden on Friday said that he planned to appoint Dr. Mandy Cohen, the former North Carolina health secretary, as the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a widely expected move that marks a major transition at the federal agency tasked with overseeing the nation's public health infrastructure.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
World politics

Worldwide, Trump's Latest Legal Woes Draw Outrage, and Shrugs

As details emerged from the indictment charging former President Donald J. Trump with mishandling classified documents, global reaction ranged from strategic silence to unbridled outrage, with room in between for world-weary shrugs, wild conspiracy theories and ominous predictions of American decline.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US news

Dr. Ashish Jha, White House Covid Coordinator, Set to Depart This Month

Dr. Ashish Jha, who coordinated the White House's coronavirus pandemic response for the last year, will leave the Biden administration and return to his previous post as dean of the School of Public Health at Brown University.In a statement announcing Dr. Jha's departure, Mr. Biden praised him for having effectively translated and communicated complex scientific challenges into concrete actions that helped save and improve the lives of millions of Americans.
www.cnn.com
11 years ago
US politics

Chris Christie Fast Facts

Here's a look at the life of former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie.Birth date: September 6, 1962 Birth place: Newark, New Jersey Birth name: Christopher James Christie Father: Wilbur Bill Christie, an accountant Mother: Sondra (Grasso) Christie Marriage: Mary Pat (Foster) Christie (1986-present) Children: Bridget, Patrick, Sarah and Andrew Education: University of Delaware, B.A., 1984; Seton Hall University, J.D., 1987 Religion: Roman Catholic While serving as the US attorney for New Jersey, Christie prosecuted more than 130 public officials for corruption.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US news

How Christie and Trump's Friendship Flourished, Then Deteriorated

Their friendship began after an introduction through Donald J. Trump's sister.It ended nearly 20 years later, when Mr. Trump refused to concede the 2020 election to Joseph R. Biden Jr.In between, Chris Christie, the former governor of New Jersey, and Mr. Trump had a relationship that could be genuinely warm, with chats about politics and current events, and at other times transactional.
KQED
10 months ago
Healthcare

At-Home COVID Tests Are Still Effective in 2023 - and You Can Still Get Them for Free | KQED

Improving your sample collection for at-home tests will also improve your chances of getting an accurate result.For example, when swabbing the nostril, scrape the inner lining of the nose rather than just the snot and boogers hanging about.That's why antigen tests generally recommend you blow your nose before swabbing.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
UK politics

Brexit distracted UK ministers from Covid planning, official tells inquiry

The UK was unprepared for the Covid pandemic because the government was distracted by plans in anticipation of a no-deal Brexit, a senior Cabinet Office official has said.Katharine Hammond, the former director of the civil contingencies secretariat in the Cabinet Office, agreed that lockdowns, serious social restrictions, shielding, the collapse of the economy and the need for financial support for individuals had not been considered in any meaningful sense.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Sunak denies fear of embarrassment behind bid to stop Covid inquiry seeing texts

Rishi Sunak has denied the Government is resisting the release of Boris Johnson's unredacted WhatsApp messages to the Covid inquiry because he fears embarrassment.The Prime Minister has been accused of a cover-up after the Cabinet Office announced a High Court challenge of inquiry chairwoman Baroness Hallett's request for the wholesale handover of his predecessor's documents from the pandemic.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Ministers accused of obstructing Covid probe with spending on loophole lawyers'

Ministers have been accused of spending taxpayers' money on loophole lawyers in an attempt to block the Covid inquiry from being handed Boris Johnson's unredacted WhatsApp messages.Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner said the Government was obstructing the Covid inquiry after announcing a judicial review and questioned whether voters would consider the decision a good use of public money.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
UK politics

The Covid inquiry questions that could sink Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak

A total of 150 questions have been put to Boris Johnson by the UK inquiry into the nation's pandemic response, which is being chaired by Heather Hallett.These queries, intended to elicit exact details of how the government tried to tackle the Covid-19 epidemic, reveal for the first time just how broad the inquiry will be.
www.npr.org
10 months ago
Health

We asked, you answered: How do you feel about the end of the COVID-19 'emergency'

A face mask languishes in the grass in Krakow, Poland.With the state of emergency over, some people are relishing freedom from masks while others believe masking up is still a wise preventive measure.Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images The COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency is over, lifted by both the World Health Organization and the U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Los Angeles Times
10 months ago
California

At L.A. City College, student reporters decry censorship at public, on-campus events

(Genaro Molina/Los Angeles Times)

Juan Mendoza arrived at the Herb Alpert Music Center early.As reporter and photojournalist for the Collegian newspaper, his assignment was to cover an event honoring Mary Gallagher, L.A. City College's outgoing president.But as he was setting up his camera inside the auditorium, the chair of the music department told him he had to leave.
www.npr.org
9 months ago
Medicine

FDA advisers back updated COVID shots for fall vaccinations

The COVID-19 vaccine will be updated in hopes of targeting the strains of omicron that will be circulating later this year.Esteban Felix/AP A panel of expert advisers to the Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously Thursday to recommend that the COVID-19 vaccine be updated to target emerging subvariants of omicron.
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
Los Angeles

COVID vaccine should be updated to target XBB strain, FDA committee says

(Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)

With an eye toward enhancing protection against the coronavirus, which is still evolving and circulating, federal health advisors said Thursday that the next round of COVID-19 vaccines should be updated to target the now-dominant XBB strains.The unanimous recommendation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's vaccine advisory committee follows that of agency staff, who in a memo acknowledged that while older vaccine formulas can still help stave off severe disease, "protection wanes with time and is reduced against subsequent waves of variant viruses."
www.ocregister.com
9 months ago
East Bay (California)

First dip in California rents in 2 years comes as vacancies hit 2-year high

Survey says looks at various rankings and scorecards judging geographic locations while noting these grades are best seen as a mix of artful interpretation and data.Buzz: California renters are finally getting a break: a 24-month streak of rising rents is over and the number of empty units has hit a two-year high.
www.mercurynews.com
9 months ago
East Bay (California)

Historic downtown San Jose office building eyed for housing high-rise

SAN JOSE The iconic Bank of Italy office tower in downtown San Jose may gain a new mission as a housing high-rise, a conversion being discussed against the forbidding backdrop of an office market that continues to wobble.Converting the high-profile, nearly century-old tower to residential units could be a winner for the property, considering the shortage of housing in the Bay Area and the post-pandemic woes afflicting the regional office market.
www.mercurynews.com
9 months ago
East Bay (California)

Several hundred homes could rise at site of closed San Jose casino

SAN JOSE Several hundred homes could rise at the site of a shuttered casino and restaurant in San Jose, the latest attempt to craft a viable plan to redevelop the prime location.The proposed development is being eyed at a 10.3-acre location near the corner of Saratoga Avenue and Kiely Boulevard in San Jose, according to documents on file with city planners.
www.mercurynews.com
9 months ago
East Bay (California)

Cupertino retail center is sold by real estate veteran to mega insurer

CUPERTINO A Cupertino retail center near the Apple tech hubs has been sold to a New York City-based insurance titan for more than $90 million by the family foundation of a legendary Bay Area real estate firm.Homestead Square shopping center has been bought by an affiliate controlled by MetLife Investment Management, according to documents filed on June 1 at the Santa Clara County Recorder's Office.
www.mercurynews.com
10 months ago
East Bay (California)

Bay Area hotel market struggles with post-COVID hangover

The Bay Area's hotel industry is still struggling to rebound from coronavirus-linked shutdowns, even as the lodging sector outside the region has flourished.And not everyone is in agreement about what's to blame.San Jose's core hotel markets have been far slower to recover financially from the pandemic than those in other major city centers in the western United States.
www.mercurynews.com
10 months ago
East Bay (California)

San Jose site of proposed real estate project lands Bay Area buyer

SAN JOSE The site of a proposed real estate project in San Jose that has yet to be built has gained a local buyer, public records show.A 2.8-acre site consisting of three parcels at the corner of Berryessa Road and Jackson Avenue has been bought by investors based in San Jose, according to documents filed on May 15 with the Santa Clara County Recorder's Office.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Girls

Dreaming of a New Iran

The uprising began in September, after a 22-year-old Kurdish woman, Mahsa Amini, died in the custody of Iran's morality police.She had been arrested on accusations of violating mandatory-hijab rules, and a gruesome photo and video of her unconscious in a hospital bed went viral, sparking outrage and grief.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
UK politics

No-deal Brexit planning crowded out' efforts to prepare for pandemic

Planning for a no-deal Brexit from 2018 crowded out government efforts to prepare for a pandemic and contributed to leaving the country unready, the first evidence session of the Covid public inquiry has heard.UK government pandemic planning failed to show proper foresight and even at this stage, before hearing the evidence, it is apparent that we might not have been very well prepared at all, Hugo Keith KC, counsel to the inquiry, said.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

First day of Covid-19 inquiry to begin with difficult to watch' video testimonies

The voices of some of those who suffered most in the pandemic will be heard as the UK Covid-19 Inquiry officially begins its first day of evidence.Two years after then-prime minister Boris Johnson announced a public inquiry would be set up, chairwoman Baroness Heather Hallett will formally open the first substantive hearing on Tuesday.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Cabinet Office wary of Boris Johnson handing unredacted Covid details to inquiry

Boris Johnson's notebooks could be withheld from the former prime minister to stop him from handing over unredacted documents to the Covid inquiry, Government lawyers have appeared to suggest.Inquiry chairwoman Baroness Hallett had given the Government until Friday to set out its position on whether it would submit the pandemic leader's WhatsApp messages, notebooks and diaries uncensored to her investigation.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Covid inquiry announces first witnesses to give evidence in public

The UK Covid-19 Inquiry has announced who will be the first witnesses to give evidence at next week's public hearings.Katharine Hammond, the former director of the civil contingencies secretariat in the Cabinet Office, is among those who will give testimony during the opening week of verbal evidence to the pandemic investigation.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Europe news

Boris Johnson Is Referred to Police Over Potential New Covid Rules Breach

Boris Johnson, the former prime minister of Britain, has again been referred to the police by a government office to assess claims that he may have further violated coronavirus regulations, the Cabinet Office said in a statement on Tuesday.Mr. Johnson, who is currently visiting Texas to lobby for Republican support for Ukraine, was fined last year while still in office for breaking Covid rules in 2020, one of a series of scandals during his tumultuous term that eventually led to his resignation last summer.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
10 months ago
Mental health

Youth Suicide Rates Increased During the COVID-19 Pandemic

* Research Highlight
Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in the United States.Rates of youth suicide deaths were rising before the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic began, so it is critical to understand how the pandemic impacted this public health crisis.In a new study supported by the National Institute of Mental Health, researchers examined national youth suicide trends and characteristics in the United States before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
UK politics

Don't blame scientists for what went wrong with Covid ministers were the ones calling the shots | Devi Sridhar

As the Covid inquiry kicks off oral hearings today, we will once again debate what exactly happened in 2020 and 2021, and who is ultimately responsible for the decisions made.The government has already started to close in on scientists and point the finger at them for the poor response in the early stages of the pandemic.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Europe news

The Many Twists, Quotes and Scandals of Silvio Berlusconi

Flamboyant, freewheeling, slippery and preening, Silvio Berlusconi loomed over Italian politics for decades as billionaire businessman, media tycoon and prime minister.Mr. Berlusconi, who died on Monday at 86, reveled in the spotlight, flattering or not, and often shined it on himself.Mr. Berlusconi, born in Milan to a bank clerk and a homemaker in 1936, studied law as a young man but soon gravitated toward more performative ventures.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Voters in Boris Johnson's constituency turning away from Tories'

Voters in Boris Johnson's former constituency have said they are turning away from the Tories as Labour tries to win the seat for the first time in its history.Some passers-by in the centre of Uxbridge, at the heart of the Uxbridge and South Ruislip constituency where a by-election will now take place, told the PA news agency they have abandoned the party.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
UK news

Former Cameron adviser joins race to be Tory candidate for London mayor

The Conservative Party race to be the candidate to take on Sadiq Khan in next year's London mayoral contest is heating up after another prospect put their name in the hat.Daniel Korski, a businessman and one-time adviser to former prime minister David Cameron, said on Tuesday he was putting himself forward to be the Tory contender.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Television

With Hollywood Change Stagnating, a Call to Burn It Down'

BURN IT DOWN: Power, Complicity, and a Call for Change in Hollywood, by Maureen Ryan As I typed this, striking Writers Guild of America members were skipping the picket lines in New York City because of poor air quality, after smoke drifted down from wildfires in Canada.It was a grimly perfect backdrop to read Burn It Down, a new book about the pervasive moral shortcomings of Hollywood by the longtime entertainment reporter and critic Maureen Ryan.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Television

In Its Final Season, Happy Valley' Grapples With Healing

At the end of Season 2 of Happy Valley, Catherine Cawood (Sarah Lancashire) watches her 9-year-old grandson Ryan running up a hill, thrashing at the grass with a stick.Her expression is grave, and Ryan's father is in prison for murder.The first time we see Ryan (Rhys Connah) in the show's third and final season, which premieres Monday on AMC+, BBC America and Acorn TV, Catherine is watching him again.
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
California

LAFD report suggests adding more firefighters as overtime pay enriches scores

(Gary Coronado / Los Angeles Times)

As the Los Angeles Police Department plans to expand its ranks in the coming fiscal year, a new report from the Los Angeles Fire Department suggests that it, too, may need more staffing.The report, submitted May 31 to the Board of Fire Commissioners, says that some LAFD firefighters and paramedics are overworked in "high-incident-demand areas" and recommends a new deployment strategy for some 24-hour rescue ambulances.
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
California

Data, funding gaps threaten public health pandemic efforts

(Luis Sinco / Los Angeles Times)

Timely, comprehensive data and sufficient financial support are among the major resources necessary to prepare for future pandemics, a cadre of California public health officials said Thursday during a meeting with a top member of the Biden administration.But in the post-emergency phase of COVID-19, both have become scarcer - a reality acknowledged by U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra.
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
California

How common is long COVID? A new study provides fresh clues

(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

Onein 10 people infected with the coronavirus during the Omicron era suffered from long COVID, according to preliminary data from a new study - indicatingthe syndrome remains a notable threat even in the pandemic's post-emergency phase.The initial finding, published May 25 in the Journal of the American Medical Assn., was based on 2,231 patients who had their first coronavirus infection on or after Dec. 1, 2021, when the Omicron strain started to dominate the nation.
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
California

COVID-19 outbreak hits CDC epidemiology conference

(Ron Harris / Associated Press)

A coronavirus outbreak struck a recent CDC epidemiology conference, infecting at least 181 attendees, officials said.The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's four-day Epidemic Intelligence Service Conference was held at an Atlanta hotel in late April, hosting 1,800 people in person.
Los Angeles Times
10 months ago
California

Injunction limits cash bail in L.A. County - for now

(Gary Coronado / Los Angeles Times)

A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge has granted a preliminary injunction barring the city and county from enforcing cash bail requirements for some people who have been arrested but not arraigned.The practice of enforcing cash bail for those who cannot afford to pay "is a clear, pervasive and serious constitutional violation," Judge Lawrence Riff wrote in his decision Tuesday.
www.cnn.com
9 months ago
US politics

CNN town hall with Mike Pence

Former Vice President and GOP presidential candidate Mike Pence will be participating in a CNN town hall tonight in Iowa, where he will face questions from CNN host Dana Bash and Republican voters about his political record and stances on key issues.Here's a look back at some key moments from his career in politics: 2000 - Is elected to the US House of Representatives for the 2nd District of Indiana.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US politics

5 Things to Know About Mike Pence

Over the past eight years, Mike Pence has gone from being a skeptic of Donald J. Trump to his doggedly loyal vice president to the target of his strongest supporters during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol.Now he is one of a growing number of Mr. Trump's opponents in the Republican presidential primary.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US politics

Trump and Cuomo Agree on One Thing: DeSantis Mishandled Covid

For years they overlapped in New York politics, two brash sons of Queens rising through the worlds of real estate and government, as Donald J. Trump donated to Andrew M. Cuomo's campaigns and made a virtual appearance at his bachelor party.Then they were antagonists, with Mr. Cuomo, a powerful Democratic governor of New York, embracing chances to serve as a foil to the divisive Republican president.
www.cnn.com
9 months ago
US politics

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. emphasizes the importance of a democratic election and hits DNC in speech to New Hampshire Senate

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the environmental lawyer and anti-vaccine activist who launched his 2024 presidential bid earlier this year, discussed the importance of a democratic election and critiqued the Democratic National Committee over the push to change the presidential nominating calendar in a Thursday address to the New Hampshire Senate.
www.cnn.com
7 years ago
US politics

Mike Pence Fast Facts

Here's a look at the life of Mike Pence, the 48th vice president of the United States.Birth date: June 7, 1959 Birth place: Columbus, Indiana Birth name: Michael Richard Pence Father: Edward Pence, gas station owner Mother: Nancy Pence-Fritsch Marriage: Karen Pence (1985-present) Children: Michael, Charlotte and Audrey Education: Hanover College (Indiana), B.A., 1981; Indiana University School of Law, J.D., 1986 Religion: Evangelical Christian After two early unsuccessful runs for Congress, Pence wrote an essay, Confessions of a Negative Campaigner.
www.ocregister.com
9 months ago
East Bay (California)

Unpopular California: Moves to the state drop 11% in 5 years

A swiftly declining number of Americans are choosing to move to California.While the great California exodus debate grabs headlines, another slice of migration patterns reveals a far more ominous population trend for the Golden State.Basically, it's become a great place to visit, but who'd want to move there?
www.newyorker.com
9 months ago
Culture

Nikola Jokic Got Here Patiently

Nikola Jokic was asleep when the Denver Nuggets drafted him with the forty-first pick in the 2014 N.B.A. draft.Famously, when the pick was announced, ESPN, which televised the draft, was airing a Taco Bell commercial, for a cross between a burrito and a quesadillathe quesarito.Jokic's name flashed on a chyron below the ad.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Sports

At the French Open, Djokovic Storms the Court and Into Controversy, Again

After everything that Novak Djokovic had put himself through over the past few years, the French Open began with the possibility, finally, of a Grand Slam tournament free of drama.But three days into the Open, Djokovic has put himself at the center of the mounting international crisis in the Balkans, where ethnic Serbians and Albanians have clashed in recent days in the conflict over Kosovo.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Sports

Even as He's Out, Rafael Nadal Will Always Be a Part of the French Open

In case, in this distracted era, you only have time to read the first paragraph on your phone, here is the essential from Rafael Nadal: No French Open this year for the first time since 2004; no retirement just yet.But there is, of course, much more to Nadal's story, particularly at Roland Garros, the Grand Slam tournament he has dominated like no player has dominated any tennis major.
Fatherly
9 months ago
Fathers

This Air Purifier Eats Pollution For Breakfast

Viruses, wildfires, smog, methane from gas stoves - there's a lot in the air we breathe that we'd rather shield our kids from.Fortunately, you can.While you can't necessarily control the pollution in your neighborhood (if you're looking to move, a neighborhood with a lot of trees is a huge plus), inside your house, you have a lot of control.
Chicago Tribune
9 months ago
Chicago

For the class of 2023, COVID dominated, defined high school

Jaylin Green was still adjusting to a new school in a new neighborhood when his barely rooted new life was uprooted in March of his freshman year.Something called COVID-19 was abruptly shutting down schools and hurtling students into one of many unknowns: remote learning.The shift was jarring enough, even with Green thinking at first that "we're going to go and have normal class in a week or so."
Chicago Tribune
10 months ago
Chicago

Op-ed: When will the great pandemic novel be published?

The pandemic is officially over.By federal declaration, the public health emergency expired on May 11, capping a general sense that has been in the air for months.Yet COVID-19′s devastating effects are going nowhere.I recently attended a wedding where only one of the bride's parents was there to see her take her vows because the coronavirus had claimed the other.
Medscape
9 months ago
Mental health

Machine-Based Opioid Dispensing Reduced Drug-Related Harms

1. Radiologists should be aware of the potential for false positives when interpreting CT images of the chest for COVID-19 pneumonia.
2. CT imaging of the chest is a useful tool for diagnosing COVID-19 pneumonia, but should be used in conjunction with other clinical and laboratory data
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
World politics

Covid Is Coming Back in China; Lockdowns Are Not

In December, China abruptly abandoned its draconian Zero Covid policies, battered by a surge of infections and rising public anger against lockdowns.Half a year on, Covid cases again are on the rise, but this time the nation appears to be determined to press on with normal life as the government focuses on reigniting economic growth.
RT @AWeissmann_: A must read. Attack on civil servants by Trump administration.
www.npr.org
10 months ago
Media industry

Federal inquiry details abuses of power by Trump's CEO over Voice of America

A federal investigation found former U.S. Agency for Global Media CEO Michael Pack (at right) repeatedly engaged in abuses of power and gross mismanagement.Pack, shown last year at a party with conservative politician and publisher Steve Forbes, sought to stamp out all hints of anti-Trump sentiment at the agency, the Voice of America, and other networks funded by the federal government.
time.com
10 months ago
Wellness

1 in 10 People Get Long COVID After Omicron, Study Finds

WASHINGTON About 10% of people appear to suffer Long COVID after an omicron infection, a lower estimate than earlier in the pandemic, according to a study of nearly 10,000 Americans that aims to help unravel the mysterious condition.Early findings from the National Institutes of Health's study highlight a dozen symptoms that most distinguish Long COVID, the catchall term for the sometimes debilitating health problems that can last for months or years after even a mild case of COVID-19.
Medscape
10 months ago
Mental health

Psychiatrist Shortage Causing Long Wait Times for Patients

1) Regular physical activity can reduce the risk of developing obesity and metabolic syndrome, which can lead to serious health complications.
2) A healthy lifestyle involving balanced nutrition and physical activity is essential for maintaining a healthy weight and preventing metabolic syndrome.
3) Metabolic syndrome can be managed effectively with lifestyle
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
France news

France bans short-haul flights in bid to cut carbon emissions

A ban on short-haul domestic flights has come into effect in France, in a bid to curb carbon emissions.The new rule means flights between cities where the same journey could be made by train within two-and-a-half hours are prohibited.The effectively rules out air routes between the capital, Paris, and cities such as Bordeaux, Lyon, Nantes, although connecting flights aren't affected by the law.
Spiegel
10 months ago
Germany news

Normalization on the Extreme Right: Alternative for Germany Party Again Gaining Ground

Normalization on the Extreme Right Alternative for Germany Party Gains Ground Ahead of Elections

The far-right Alternative for Germany party is polling better than it has in several years.With elections approaching next year in a trio of eastern German states, the AfD is seeking to find its way even closer to the political mainstream.
Eater NY
10 months ago
NYC food

City Council Proposes a Permanent Outdoor Dining Program for New York City

Outdoor dining could soon become a permanent part of New York City.A City Council bill released on Thursday proposed the city create a licensing structure that would allow restaurants to use outdoor dining structures seasonally, from April through November.It has yet to be approved by Council and is expected to be voted on in June, according to the New York Times.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

The 'squeaky-voiced' boss leading Man Utd's title bid

Marc Skinner is aware of his shortcomings.When asked how he would manage his Manchester United players during their first Women's FA Cup final, he admitted there could be issues communicating instructions.Despite the self-deprecation, Skinner has shown himself to be one of the most capable coaches in English football in his rise to becoming manager of the Women's Super League title contenders.
Medscape
10 months ago
Mental health

New Guidance on Neurological Complications of Long-COVID

The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R) has issued new consensus guidance on the assessment and treatment of neurologic sequelae in patients with long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC).The new recommendations, which were published online May 16 in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, are the result of a collaboration between experts from a variety of medical specialties at 41 long COVID clinics across the US.
The Verge
10 months ago
Marketing

TikTok is now banned in Montana

Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has signed a bill banning TikTok within the state - the first ban of its kind in the United States.The bill, SB 419, prohibits TikTok from operating "within the territorial jurisdiction of Montana" and demands mobile app stores make the app unavailable for Montana residents.
Los Angeles Times
10 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

Granada Hills doubles duo wins City Section individual tennis championship

(Steve Galluzzo / For The Times)

Rallying from a 5-2 deficit in the decisive third set, David Tinajero and Christian Camarillo raced to a 6-0 lead in the tiebreaker and needed one point to clinch the City Section individual doubles title Tuesday afternoon at Birmingham High.The Granada Hills duo, however, squandered six straight chances and sensed victory slipping away as they switched sides in a tense final versus top-seeded Aidan Adham and Todd Valkov of Palisades.
Truthout
10 months ago
Left-wing politics

Research Reveals Staggering Rate of Premature Black Deaths in US

Medical workers tend to a patient at a Brooklyn hospital that has seen a rise in coronavirus-related cases in New York City on December 15, 2020.Spencer Platt / Getty Images Research has long shown that Black people live sicker lives and die younger than white people.Now a new study, published Tuesday in JAMA, casts the nation's racial inequities in stark relief, finding that the higher mortality rate among Black Americans resulted in 1.63 million excess deaths relative to white Americans over more than two decades.
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