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Mar 25 2025HEALTH

False News and Pandemics: How We Can Fight Back

The COVID-19 pandemic brought a storm of false and misleading information. This wave of misinformation made it harder to control the virus and led to many unnecessary deaths. People and groups rushed to create ways to fight this "infodemic. " But, they often had to act quickly without a solid plan.

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Mar 25 2025HEALTH

Fighting Back: The Urgent Need to Protect Public Health

The world of infectious diseases is facing a serious challenge. The current administration in the United States is not prioritizing public health or social justice. This is leading to policies that could reverse years of progress in science and social issues. These policies put the lives of vulne

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Mar 24 2025HEALTH

Pets and Pandemics: A Wake-Up Call for Nigeria

The COVID-19 outbreak shook the world in 2020. It affected everything from the economy to education and even sports. The virus, SARS-CoV-2, showed how unprepared we were for such a widespread health crisis. It is crucial to learn from this experience and improve our public health strategies. It is

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Mar 23 2025HEALTH

Health Official Orders Removal of Misleading Vaccine Info

A prominent health official has taken action against a group spreading false information about vaccines. The group, known for its anti-vaccine stance, had a webpage that looked similar to an official health agency's site. This page falsely claimed that vaccines cause autism. The health official, who

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Mar 23 2025HEALTH

How Medicaid is Changing the Game for Addiction Treatment

Medicaid has become a key player in funding and organizing addiction treatment. This shift is due to changes in who can get Medicaid and efforts to make benefits more consistent. Today, the focus is on expanding treatment options, paying for quality care, and linking addiction treatment with other s

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Move: Texas and New Mexico Face Ongoing Outbreak

Measles is causing trouble in West Texas and New Mexico. It has been two months since the outbreak started, and it is still spreading. Health officials think it will keep going for many more months. They also believe the actual number of cases is higher than reported. But there is some good news. Mo

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Move: How Vaccine Hesitancy is Fueling a Surge

Measles is back with a vengeance, spreading rapidly across Texas and into neighboring states. The outbreak, which began in West Texas, has now infected hundreds of people, with no signs of slowing down. The virus is taking advantage of communities where vaccination rates are low, finding and infecti

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Mar 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fireworks and Air Quality: A Three-Year Study in Shandong

Spring Festival celebrations in China are known for their vibrant fireworks displays. However, these displays come with a cost to air quality. In Shandong Province, fireworks have significantly impacted air quality over the past three years. The study looked at how fireworks affected the air during

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Europe's Fight Against Superbugs: A United Front

Europe is taking a stand against a growing threat. Antibiotic resistance is on the rise, and it's a problem that doesn't respect borders. That's why countries across Europe are joining forces to tackle this issue head-on. They're aiming for a united approach, focusing on the idea that human health,

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Lead Levels in Young Children: A Silent Health Crisis in Georgia

In the Republic of Georgia, a hidden health concern has been affecting young children. Many kids between the ages of 5 and 7 have been dealing with high levels of lead in their blood. This issue is not new, but it has been gaining attention recently. Lead is a toxic metal that can cause serious heal

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