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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

Single Black Women Navigate Post-Roe v. Wade World

The Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade reversal on June 24, 2022, has significantly altered the reproductive healthcare landscape in the U. S. With 14 states banning abortion, many women are reevaluating their love lives, sexual practices, and family planning. Black women, in particular, are feeling the he

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Oct 29 2024BUSINESS

Which Industries Stand to Gain or Lose the Most from the Presidential Election?

The upcoming U. S. presidential election could significantly impact several industries. Let's explore which ones are at stake. Big banks could soon need more capital to protect against financial shocks, which might affect their profits and lending ability. The winner of the election could determine

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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Michelle Obama’s Wake-Up Call: The Stakes for Women in the 2024 Election

Former First Lady Michelle Obama kicked off her 2024 campaign trail with a powerful message for men, emphasizing the life-or-death consequences of the election for women. At a rally for Vice President Kamala Harris in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Obama passionately argued that women's health could suffer se

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Vice President Harris Teams Up with Michelle Obama for Michigan Rally

Vice President Kamala Harris visited Michigan for a rally with former First Lady Michelle Obama. Before the event, she stopped by a doctor's office in Portage to discuss the impact of abortion restrictions. Healthcare providers shared concerns about patients traveling from states with strict abortio

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Oct 26 2024HEALTH

Students' Vaccine Clinic Halted Due to OHIP's Budget Cuts

A planned drive-through vaccine clinic by the Frontenac Doctors was abruptly cancelled. Why? The Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) refused to cover the costs. This isn't the first time OHIP's budget cuts have caused trouble, according to a local doctor. The clinic, organized by medical students,

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Oct 26 2024HEALTH

Innovation Spotlight: Healthcare's Big Ideas Get a Chance to Shine

University Hospitals Kingston Foundation (UHKF) is launching an exciting new event called Discovery Den. Think of it as a health-care version of Dragon's Den, where professionals can pitch ideas to improve patient care. Three finalists from Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) will present their i

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Gaza Hospital Takes Fire Instead of Aid

In northern Gaza, the Kamal Adwan Hospital is facing a tough situation. Instead of getting much-needed supplies, it's been hit by Israeli forces. The hospital, which is running low on essentials, has been receiving injured people from nearby areas. The director, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, said tanks and

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Oct 25 2024HEALTH

Health Insurance Pricing: AMA and ISMS Fight Back

The American Medical Association (AMA) and the Illinois State Medical Society (ISMS) have taken legal action against data analytics firm MultiPlan. They claim that MultiPlan is at the heart of a price-fixing scheme with health insurance companies, which harms medical practices and patients. The law

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Atlanta Rally: Harris and Obama Team Up for Final Push

In a lively campaign event held in Clarkston, Georgia, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Barack Obama shared the stage for the first time. They targeted Black voters in the area, emphasizing important issues like affordable healthcare and reducing living costs. Harris talked about he

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Oct 24 2024HEALTH

Upgrading Imaging for Women's Health

Kootenai Health is making some big changes to improve women’s health services. Starting in 2025, they’ll be adding a new facility in Coeur d’Alene and upgrading their existing Women’s Imaging Center in Post Falls. This is all happening during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so it’s a great time to ta

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