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Gun deaths among children and teens have soared – but there are ways to reverse the trend

Firearm injuries are now the leading cause of death among U.S. children and teens following a huge decadelong rise.

The Conversation

‘That decision cost lives’: Covid data case further deflates Ron DeSantis’s campaign

Settlement over withheld virus data that critics say cost thousands of lives comes at pivotal time for Republican governor and his teetering campaign

The Guardian - US

Visitors to Nevada warned to beware of brain-eating amoeba in hot springs

The mortality rate for those infected is 97 per cent

The Independent UK

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Vaccines against COVID-19, the seasonal flu and RSV are our best chance of preventing a winter surge

As cold and flu season ramps up, health care experts are once again on high alert for the possibility of a tripledemic, or a surge brought on by the respiratory viruses that cause COVID-19, the flu and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. The good news is that this year, health…

The Conversation

Stroke may cause 10 million deaths a year globally by 2050, new research finds

Costs associated with stroke in the US could hit $2.3 trillion by 2050, up from $891 billion in 2020

The Independent UK

Vaccine hesitancy affects dog-owners, too, with many questioning the rabies shot

A survey finds that more than half of dog parents are doubtful about giving their pups the vaccine for rabies — a lethal disease that vaccination brought under control in the U.S.

WEKU

The Shady Statistics Behind the War on Painkillers

The government has doubled down on failed policies, citing deeply flawed studies and misrepresenting data.

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Baby food in California to be tested for dangerous metals under new law

From 1 January 2024, baby food makers will be required to post results on their websites.

The Independent UK

California Trial Court Allows First Amendment Claim Against L.A. Department of Public Health …

to go forward based partly on allegations that "DPH caused the suspension of [Alliance of Los Angeles County Parents'] Twitter Account."

Reason

Paris and beyond: Can you cancel because you’re worried about bedbugs?

It’s the travel itch — but not in a good way

The Independent UK

US households can now order four free Covid tests from the government – latest guidelines

An updated Coronavirus booster is now being rolled out nationwide

The Independent UK

Doctors need to be more comfortable prescribing Paxlovid ahead of a possible winter surge, experts warn

Paxlovid can reduce the risk of bad Covid outcomes—like hospitalisation and death—in high-risk populations, says the CDC

The Independent UK

Paris and beyond: Can you cancel because you’re worried about bedbugs?

It’s the travel itch — but not in a good way

The Independent UK

The people vying for Liberia’s presidency on October 10

President George Weah, who is seeking a second six-year term, is up against 19 other candidates, on Tuesday.

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Chicago Sun-Times

Car insurers are way off-base in charging 70-year-old drivers more just because of their age

Why do automobile insurance companies in Illinois get away with charging someone 70 more than a person 60 regardless of driving record and claims history?

The Independent UK

Stricter state laws are chipping away at sex education in K-12 schools

Many states are shifting their approach to sex education in K-12 schools with stricter regulations on when and what students learn about their bodies

WEKU

The CDC will no longer issue COVID-19 vaccination cards

The CDC said to contact your state health department or vaccination provider for a full record of your vaccines.

Fortune

Does Medicare cover vaccines? The new rules for shots that protect against COVID, flu, RSV, and more

Since immune systems weaken as we age, vaccinations are especially important for older adults to avoid potential complications from common illnesses.

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USAFacts

Is teen drug and alcohol use declining?

Teen substance use generally declined from 2011 to 2021. However, some substances are gaining in popularity.

Salon

Should hospitals be bringing back masks?

Some doctors are calling for more preventative measures to protect vulnerable patients in medical settings

USAFacts

Births dropped to a 42-year low. What else is changing about having a kid?

Births have been on the decline since 2015. Meanwhile, raising a child has become more expensive. Women are giving birth later in life, too.

The Guardian - US

Data shows firearm fatalities are leading cause of accidental death in children, while poisonings have also risen in past decade

WEKU

Naloxone can save students' lives, but not every school has it

A life-saving drug is gaining support for use in schools across the country, but only about half of the largest districts stock it

The Independent UK

Say goodbye to the COVID-19 vaccination card. The CDC has stopped printing them

The once-critical white COVID-19 vaccination cards are being phased out

USAFacts

How many people die from guns in the US?

The firearm homicide rate increased 32% in 2020.

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