Category: Health
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What are travel alerts and how do the U.S. develop them?
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The U.S. Department of State publishes a travel alert for every country in the world so that American citizens have reliable information to make informed decisions before traveling. The travel alerts are based on “security and safety conditions that may affect the lives and interests of U.S. citizens abroad,” without political or economic considerations, the…
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Oral and Dental Health
In an interview with The Brasilians, Brazilian dentist Dr. Carolina Hakopian (photo below), graduated from the University of São Paulo and the University of Rochester in New York State, discusses the importance of oral and dental health in adults and children.The Brasilians: What is the importance of the family dentist?Carolina Hakopian: The family dentist takes…
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Traveling to Sleep: The Rise of Sleep Tourism
You’ve probably heard a woman who just became a mother say that the gift she wanted most was a weekend at a hotel to sleep throughout her stay. Well, the desire of mothers is becoming a trend. The so-called “sleep tourism” has been growing in popularity for a few years now, with an increasing number…
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The Benefits of Witnessing Acts of Kindness
Witnessing acts of kindness has a profound influence on people. Completely altruistic and selfless actions evoke feelings of peace and tranquility in those who witness them, feelings that remain etched in their minds and endure due to their sudden and unexpected nature. But why is it so beneficial to witness acts of kindness? What makes…
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Collective Narcissism: A Virus That Is Spreading
Collective narcissism has turned into a virus. After all, it infects and spreads easily. This need for the group itself to be praised, at the expense of others, is a dynamic that occurs in all times. It has varied in intensity, and we have seen its worst in certain historical moments, such as Nazi Germany.…
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United States Advances Toward Climate Goals
Since the U.S. Congress passed historic climate legislation in August, both the American government and the private sector have been building on that progress with more commitments and actions toward clean energy. “No one can doubt any longer that the climate crisis is real, and we are beginning to respond to it,” President Biden said…
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Brazilian Antarctic Program to Receive New Support Ship in 2025
The Brazilian Navy signed a contract last week for the construction of a new support ship for the Antarctic program Proantar.
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Brazil Launches Operation Against International Cocaine Trafficking
In collaboration with Interpol, the Federal Police of Brazil launched today (September 20) Operation Double Risk, aimed at dismantling transnational drug trafficking organizations. The efforts were supported by police agencies from Spain, Switzerland, and Portugal. Seven preventive arrest warrants are being executed in Brazil, three arrest warrants in Europe (two in Spain, one in Portugal),…
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NY Mayor Declares State of Emergency Due to Immigrant Influx
On Friday, October 7, New York City Mayor Eric Adams declared a state of emergency to help respond to the migration crisis, which he said will cost the city $1 billion this fiscal year. “We now have a situation where more people are arriving in New York City than we can immediately accommodate, including families…
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Breast Cancer Deaths Decline in the U.S. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In the month dedicated to breast cancer awareness, American women received good news. A new report from the American Cancer Society found that the breast cancer mortality rate in the United States has significantly decreased over the past three decades.