Category: United States
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Contaminants in Water Can Affect Children’s Health. Here’s How to Remove Them
Contaminants such as PFAS, lead, and microplastics in drinking water can impact children’s health. Learn how to remove them with effective filters.
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New UNAIDS Report Shows AIDS Can Be Eliminated by 2030
A new report from UNAIDS shows that there is a clear path to ending AIDS. The study titled ‘The Path that Ends AIDS’ contains data and case studies highlighting that ending AIDS is a political and financial choice, and that countries and leaders already following this path are achieving extraordinary results. Botswana, eSwatini, Rwanda, the…
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Guess Who’s Back? Increase in Covid-19 Cases in the US
Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggest that a wave of Covid-19 may be underway during the North American summer, although it is not as significant as in previous summers. The number of coronavirus infections is rising, along with the number of positive tests, emergency room visits, and – most…
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Team Disappoints and Brazil Says Goodbye to Women’s World Cup
In Brazil’s main commitment at the women’s football World Cup, the team led by Pia Sundhage failed to score the goal needed to advance to the knockout stage. After a goalless draw against Jamaica on Wednesday (2) in Melbourne, the Brazilian team said goodbye to the World Cup without even making it past the group…
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Trump Indicted for Attempting to Overturn Election Results
Former President Donald J. Trump was indicted on Tuesday (1) for his widespread effort to overturn the 2020 election, following an extensive federal investigation into his attempts to remain in power after losing the presidency. The indictment, presented by Special Counsel Jack Smith in the Federal District Court in Washington, claims that Trump conspired three…
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Central Florida Has Become a Leprosy Hotspot
According to a study published in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases, Central Florida has reported one of the highest rates of leprosy in the United States. In 2020, 159 cases were reported nationwide, compared to 200,000 new cases each year worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. The study indicates that Central Florida accounted for…
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Starting in 2024, Americans Need a ‘Visa’ to Visit Europe
Next year, American citizens will be required to obtain a travel authorization to enter 30 European countries. The European Union announced a new program that will come into effect in January 2024. What you need to know Before purchasing a ticket or booking a hotel, visit the “European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS)”. On…
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Starting in 2024, Americans Will Need a ‘Visa’ to Visit Europe
Next year, U.S. citizens will be required to obtain a travel authorization to enter 30 European countries. The European Union announced a new program that will come into effect in January 2024. What You Need to Know Before purchasing a ticket or booking a hotel, visit the “European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS)”. On…
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Trump Leads in Republican Race for the White House
Former President Donald J. Trump is dominating the race for the Republican presidential nomination. In second place is Governor Ron DeSantis, according to the first poll conducted by The New York Times/Siena College regarding the 2024 campaign. Trump, who has 57% of the voting intentions, has decisive advantages in almost all demographic groups and regions…
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FDA Approves First RSV Vaccine for Infants
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a vaccine against the respiratory virus known as common RSV for children one year old or younger. RSV is considered the second leading cause of death during a child’s first year of life, with infants six months or younger at the highest risk of severe illness. Additionally,…