health
New York and New Jersey again epicenters for high COVID infection rate
March 29, 2021A year after becoming a global epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, New York and New Jersey are back atop the list of U.S. states with the highest rates of infection.
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U.S. military had ‘clandestine burning’ of toxic chemicals in low-income neighborhoods, study finds
March 26, 2021"In defiance of common sense and environmental expertise, the Department of Defense (DOD) has enlisted poor communities across the U.S. as unwilling test subjects in its toxic experiment."
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The EPA reduced enforcement during COVID-19, researchers are assessing the damage
March 22, 2021“We need to send a message that those who care about wildlife and public health shouldn’t tolerate this kind of behavior."
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Brazilian State of Maranhão obtains 4.5 million doses of Sputnik V vaccine
March 22, 2021“The Sputnik vaccine is being used in more than 40 countries. It is certified and authorized by several health agencies around the world.
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Oakland crafting pilot program for response to mental health crises
March 19, 2021Idea is to have trained civilians, rather than cops, respond to health issues currently overwhelming the police.
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