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A higher number of grown-ups sought assistance for ADHD amid the pandemic, leading to a shortage of medication.
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A higher number of grown-ups sought assistance for ADHD amid the pandemic, leading to a shortage of medication.

The demand for ADHD medications among adults significantly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, contributing to ongoing shortages that are causing frustration for both parents and physicians. According to a study published in JAMA Psychiatry on Wednesday, there was a significant increase in the number of new prescriptions for stimulants, which are used to treat a

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After experiencing an increase in respiratory illnesses, Spain has implemented a requirement for face masks to be worn in hospitals and clinics.
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After experiencing an increase in respiratory illnesses, Spain has implemented a requirement for face masks to be worn in hospitals and clinics.

Starting Wednesday, it will be required to wear face masks in hospitals and healthcare facilities in Spain due to a rise in respiratory illnesses, according to the Health Ministry. Despite facing opposition from the majority of Spain’s 17 autonomous regions, the new leftist minority coalition government is implementing the measure. According to Health Minister Mónica

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A Pakistani official who was injured in an assault on polio workers has passed away, bringing the total number of casualties from the bombing to 7.
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A Pakistani official who was injured in an assault on polio workers has passed away, bringing the total number of casualties from the bombing to 7.

A police officer, who sustained severe injuries in a roadside bombing aimed at protecting polio vaccination workers in northwestern Pakistan, passed away in a hospital on Tuesday. The attack, which has been claimed by the Pakistani Taliban, has now resulted in a total of seven deaths. According to a statement from the police, three officers

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. Pope Francis advocates for a worldwide prohibition on surrogacy, stating that it takes advantage of both the mother and child involved.
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. Pope Francis advocates for a worldwide prohibition on surrogacy, stating that it takes advantage of both the mother and child involved.

In a speech addressing global peace and human dignity, Pope Francis condemned the practice of surrogate motherhood and called for a universal ban on its commercialization, deeming it a despicable act. During a speech about foreign relations to ambassadors recognized by the Vatican, Francis expressed sorrow that the year 2024 has arrived in a period

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In 2024, Georgia lawmakers intend to address issues such as restrictions on lawsuits and prejudice against Jewish people.
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In 2024, Georgia lawmakers intend to address issues such as restrictions on lawsuits and prejudice against Jewish people.

The 2024 regular session of Georgia’s General Assembly kicked off on Monday, with the main question being whether Republicans, who have previously been against it, will now approve an extension of health coverage for low-income adults through the state’s Medicaid program. The idea of expanding coverage is being considered by Republican House Speaker Jon Burns

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The governor of Kansas is embracing politics and going against her brand in a push to expand Medicaid.
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The governor of Kansas is embracing politics and going against her brand in a push to expand Medicaid.

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly is more aggressive and openly political in pushing to expand Medicaid in Kansas as the Republican-controlled Legislature prepares to open its annual session Monday following five years of failed efforts to provide state health coverage to another 150,000 people. Kelly confronts Republican supermajority leaders who are focused

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Since January 1, Defense Secretary Austin has been in the hospital, but the Pentagon chose not to publicly announce it.
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Since January 1, Defense Secretary Austin has been in the hospital, but the Pentagon chose not to publicly announce it.

The Pentagon press secretary, Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder, announced on Friday that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been hospitalized at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center since Monday. This was the first official acknowledgement of Austin’s admission, which was due to complications from a minor elective medical procedure. On Friday, Ryder stated that

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