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Sep 13 2024HEALTH

"Unpacking the Truth: Pregnancy and Politics"

Pregnancy is a life-changing event that should be met with care, compassion, and accurate information. However, the recent debate surrounding Vice President Kamala Harris' statement about pro-life state laws causing pregnant women to be denied needed healthcare during medical emergencies has sparked

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Sep 11 2024OPINION

Sudan's Famine: A Window Into Chaos and Hope

Sudan's crisis is spiraling out of control. Hunger has given way to famine, ethnically targeted killings are on the rise, and diplomatic efforts have failed to bring peace. In the Nuba mountains, local authorities and international NGOs estimate that between 700,000 to 1 million people have sought

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Sep 10 2024HEALTH

The Dogwood Dream: Could Community Health Centres Solve BC's Doctor Shortage?

Imagine a world where getting a doctor's appointment is as easy as visiting your local MLA's office. That's the vision the B.C. Greens are pitching with their Dogwood Model, a network of community health centres aiming to tackle the province's persistent doctor shortage. But is this a realistic so

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

Mpox Outbreak: WHO & Africa CDC Mobilize, But Vaccines Fall Short

The World Health Organization and the Africa Centers for Disease Control have launched a continent-wide plan to tackle the escalating mpox outbreak. However, with only 200,000 vaccines donated so far out of an estimated need of 3 million, serious questions remain about whether this response is suffi

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Sep 06 2024SCIENCE

Lost in the Collection: When Millions of Treasures Become a Headache

Denver's Museum of Nature & Science boasts 4.3 million items – a treasure trove of fossils, insects, and even bird nests! But here's the catch: the museum can't seem to keep track of them all. An audit revealed that over 2 million items haven't even been digitally cataloged! Imagine trying to find a

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Aug 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Brace Your Tech for Impact: A Storm-Ready Survival Guide

When hurricanes and other natural calamities threaten, safeguarding your technology becomes a top priority. Drawing from rigorous testing, research, and comparison shopping, ZDNET's expert recommendations provide a roadmap to disaster-proofing your tech arsenal. Leveraging diverse sources such as v

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Aug 27 2024HEALTH

Healthcare System in Turmoil: Emergency Departments at Breaking Point

The healthcare system in the United States is currently facing a myriad of challenges that have led to increased wait times, overcrowding, and strained resources in emergency departments across the nation. Patients are arriving at hospitals sicker and in need of longer stays, while community care op

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