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The FDA has issued a warning that WanaBana fruit puree pouches may have high levels of lead which could be harmful.

The FDA is cautioning parents and caregivers against purchasing or providing pureed fruit pouches aimed at toddlers and young children due to potential high levels of lead. The agency recommended testing children who have consumed WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches for potential lead poisoning. Health officials in North Carolina have reported that four children

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In 2024, Macron promises to include the protection of women’s right to abortion in the French Constitution.

PARIS (AP) — President Emmanuel Macron promised on Sunday to enshrine a woman’s right to an abortion in the French Constitution by next year. The president announced on the social media platform X, previously known as Twitter, that a bill allowing this action will be presented to his Cabinet before the end of the year.

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Ohio Democrats facing vulnerability in the upcoming 2024 election are banking on the success of an abortion referendum to secure a win.

The outcome of the November 7th vote on adding abortion rights to the Ohio Constitution and the size of the win will influence tactics and communication in Ohio and other crucial states in the upcoming year. | Photo by Joe Maiorana/AP Democratic incumbents in Ohio, a state that has been trending conservative, are heavily involved

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Cases of syphilis and other sexually transmitted diseases are increasing. The states have incurred significant financial losses in their efforts to combat and provide treatment for these diseases.

In June, state and local health departments in the United States were informed that they would no longer receive the remaining $1 billion of funding dedicated to improving the capabilities of those who monitor and work towards preventing sexually transmitted diseases, with a particular focus on the growing number of syphilis cases. The consequences were

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Expensive price tags expected for COVID-19 treatments upon market release.

Next week, the COVID-19 treatments that many Americans received for free from the federal government will become available for purchase on the private market, at a high cost. The cost of a five-day supply of Paxlovid from Pfizer will be $1,390, but for the time being, Americans can obtain the medication for free. Another COVID-19

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. A potential treatment for sickle cell disease is on the horizon. A panel of health experts will be evaluating it in the upcoming week.

Currently, the sole remedy for the discomfort caused by sickle cell disease is a bone marrow transplant. However, in the near future, there may be a novel cure that targets the root cause of the disorder on a genetic level. Advisers to the Food and Drug Administration will meet on Tuesday to assess a gene

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The 60-year-old Chinese epidemiologist who played a significant role in leading the battle against COVID has passed away.

Wu Zunyou, a 60-year-old epidemiologist who played a key role in implementing China’s strict zero-COVID policies, passed away on Friday. These measures included lockdowns and travel restrictions that affected millions of people and aimed to contain the spread of the virus. The Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention announced Wu’s death, stating that rescue

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. Abortion has had a complex past in Russia, from the time of Stalin to the current leadership of Putin.

In Estonia, Soviet leader Josef Stalin prohibited abortion, but it became more accepted under subsequent Kremlin leaders. However, within a short span of 100 years, the Russian government’s stance on abortion is shifting once more. While abortion remains legal and accessible, there are plans to implement additional limitations as President Vladimir Putin shifts towards more

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