health
Palestine paralyzed: Israel’s brutal war revives polio virus among children
August 29, 2024The last case in Palestine was 25 years ago, but thanks to destroyed water treatment facilities and a shattered health system, the crippling virus is back.
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Clean air, water, and soil on the ballot in November
August 28, 2024Electing Harris and defeating Trump will be the only path to clean air, drinkable water, and good soil, Tennessee lawmaker tells Climate Crisis Council at DNC.
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North Carolina nurses at privatized Mission Hospital picket new corporate owners
August 13, 2024Mission Nurses United says short-staffing, low pay, and no breaks are leading to burnout and high turnover. Meanwhile, profits soar.
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Amendment to decriminalize marijuana receives 50,000 signatures for Dallas ballot status
July 2, 2024Will keep people out of jail for simple marijuana possession.
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On the anniversary of Roe’s demise, abortion rights are a major election issue
June 25, 2024U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren lays out a plan she says will restore Roe across the nation.
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