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Apr 02 2020
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Perspectives: Wearing Face Masks During Coronavirus
Face masks and coverings have been a popular topic in media coverage and national discussion amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. With the White House reportedly set to recommend wearing cloth masks in public, questions are circulating about their effectiveness and the divisiveness of the overall conversation.
National Review (News) The Atlantic New York Times (Opinion)Dec 29 2023
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Ohio Governor Vetoes Ban on Trans Treatments for Minors
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a GOP-backed bill on Friday that would have banned transgender minors from receiving puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries.
The Details: DeWine joins former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson as the only two Republican governors to veto such legislation. The Ohio bill includes the “Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act,” relating to medical
NBC News (Online) Fox News (Online News) The Columbus DispatchMar 29 2023
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Overdose Reversal Drug Narcan Approved For Over-The-Counter Sale
The Food and Drug Administration approved over-the-counter sale of Emergent BioSolutions Inc's Narcan nasal spray, a drug commonly used to reverse opioid overdoses.
Key Quotes: FDA Commissioner Robert Califf issued a statement on the approval, stating it will “help improve access to naloxone, increase the number of locations where it’s available and help reduce opioid overdose deaths
Reuters Fox Business Associated PressApr 11 2023
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Biden Signs Bill Ending COVID-19 National Emergency
President Joe Biden signed a bill Monday ending the COVID-19 national emergency.
What it Means: Programs that will be reduced immediately include mortgage forbearance from the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and relaxed Department of Veteran Affairs requirements for home visits and treatment. The Biden administration previously extended the COVID-19 national emergency and
CNN (Online News) AZ Central Washington ExaminerJun 24 2022
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The States Poised to Restrict or Outlaw Abortion
Now that the Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade, what's next for abortion in the United States?
In 13 states, such as Texas, Utah and Louisiana, abortion is now illegal or will become illegal within weeks as "trigger laws," which revive previous abortion bans, take effect. 16 states and Washington, D.C. have laws in place protecting abortion access. Other states, such as Indiana
Reuters Fox News (Online News) HuffPostJul 20 2017
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Still Too Few Votes to Repeal ACA
Republicans in the Senate hoped to vote on the new healthcare bill or at least to repeal the Affordable Care Act, but the vote has again been pushed back by Senate Majority Leader McConnell. Revisions have been made over the past several weeks to the Senate bill but still a few Republicans are unsupportive. After the news of Sen. John McCain's cancer diagnosis, it's possible the vote could change John Gable, AllSides Co-founderOct 02 2019
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Bernie Sanders Undergoes Emergency Heart Procedure
Senator Bernie Sanders successfully had two stents inserted after experiencing chest pain during a Tuesday campaign event in Nevada. Sanders is reportedly in good spirits and conversing with staff. However, he has suspended campaign events indefinitely. Fellow presidential hopefuls have wished him a speedy recovery.
This is not an endorsement for any candidate.
BBC News Slate Washington ExaminerMar 03 2023
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Abortion Pill Ruling Could End FDA Approval of Key Drug
A ruling is expected soon in a case that could limit access to a key abortion pill, reigniting national discourse on the issue.
The Details: A coalition of conservative and pro-life groups sued the FDA in November, alleging that the drug regulator “exceeded its regulatory authority” and neglected its own standards when it approved mifepristone, an abortion pill, in 2000. If U.S.
Washington Post STAT National Review (News)Jan 14 2019
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Judge Blocks Trump Admin's Birth Control Rules in 13 States
A judge has partially blocked the Trump administration's rules that allow employers to opt out of providing birth control coverage, ruling that it could lead to "potentially dire" consequences in 13 states and the District of Columbia.
RollingStone.com Washington Times Associated PressFeb 24 2023
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Would '15-Minute Cities' Improve Urban Life?
How would "15-minute cities" alter urban life?
The Concept: Professor Carlos Moreno is credited with birthing the 15-minute city idea, which says that daily necessities and services, such as work, shopping, healthcare, and education, should be easily reached by a 15-minute walk or bike ride from any point in a city.
A Good Idea: A writer for The Guardian said COVID-19 lockdowns
Reason Financial Times The Guardian