CDC and FDA Recommend Updated COVID Boosters for Everyone Over Six Months Old
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CDC and FDA Recommend Updated COVID Boosters for Everyone Over Six Months Old
CDC and FDA Recommend , Updated COVID Boosters for , Everyone Over Six Months Old.
'The Independent' reports that updated COVID
boosters from both Pfizer and Moderna are now
available at pharmacies across the United States.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
both recommend one dose of an updated
vaccine for everyone over six months old.
Depending on their previous vaccination status,
both agencies say some children
may be eligible for up to three doses.
.
'The Independent' reports that both
hospitalizations and deaths have
been on the rise in the U.S. for weeks.
At the same time, health authorities around the world
are monitoring the emergence of two new variants,
BA.2.86, known as Pirola, and EG.5, known as Eris.
According to data from the CDC, Eris is now
responsible for almost 25% of U.S. COVID
cases, after first being detected in February.
Meanwhile, Pirola has triggered a surge in cases
across a number of countries, including the U.S. .
The CDC warns that unvaccinated
individuals are more likely to get
severely ill if they are infected with COVID.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) strongly
recommend that pregnant women get
the updated vaccine, citing a recent study.
The small study cited by the NIH found “protective
antibodies in nearly 75% of infants born to women
who had been vaccinated during pregnancy.”
FDA Reverses Ban , on Juul E-Cigarettes.
On June 6, the Food and Drug Administration
announced that it has reversed its ban on Juul
e-cigarettes while the agency reviews new information.
On June 6, the Food and Drug Administration
announced that it has reversed its ban on Juul
e-cigarettes while the agency reviews new information.
NBC reports that the FDA first ordered Juul to take its
product off the market in 2022, however the e-cigarettes
have remained on shelves pending the company's appeal.
NBC reports that the FDA first ordered Juul to take its
product off the market in 2022, however the e-cigarettes
have remained on shelves pending the company's appeal.
In that time, Juul has maintained
its position as the second-most
popular e-cigarette in the U.S.
The FDA noted that reversing the ban
temporarily was not an indication that the
company's product would be ultimately cleared. .
The FDA noted that reversing the ban
temporarily was not an indication that the
company's product would be ultimately cleared. .
Sales of alternative nicotine
products, like e-cigarettes, have
continued to grow in the past decade. .
In 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention reported that e-cigarette use had
grown by almost 50% between 2020 and 2022. .
In 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention reported that e-cigarette use had
grown by almost 50% between 2020 and 2022. .
Juul released a statement
following the FDA reversal, .
... saying the company looks forward to "re-engaging
with the agency on a science- and evidence-based
process to pursue a marketing authorization.".
We remain confident in the quality
and substance of our applications
and believe that a full review of
the science and evidence will
demonstrate that our products
meet the statutory standard
of being appropriate for
the protection of public health, Juul statement, via NBC.
We remain confident in the quality
and substance of our applications
and believe that a full review of
the science and evidence will
demonstrate that our products
meet the statutory standard
of being appropriate for
the protection of public health, Juul statement, via NBC.
'The Wall Street Journal' reports that Juul has argued
that the 2022 ban significantly disrupted the company's
finances, resulting in an investor bailout.
Currently, the FDA has only granted approval for 23
e-cigarette products, manufactured by only three
companies, to be marketed and sold to consumers
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Supreme Court Upholds , FDA Regulation on Popular , Abortion Drug Mifepristone.
On June 13, the Supreme Court ruled against a group of
doctors who challenged the Food and Drug Administration's
(FDA) regulations on the abortion pill mifepristone.
CBS reports that the case once again highlighted
abortion access following the conservative
majority decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in 2022.
The court ruled unanimously that the group of
anti-abortion rights doctors and medical associations
lacked the legal right to challenge the FDA. .
However, the court also did not address
whether the FDA's decision to relax the
rules for mifepristone's use were lawful. .
The latest ruling was authored
by Justice Brett Kavanaugh. .
Under Article III of the Constitution,
a plaintiff's desire to make a drug
less available for others does
not establish standing to sue. , Justice Brett Kavanaugh writing for the court, via CBS.
Nor do the plaintiffs' other
standing theories suffice.
Therefore, the plaintiffs lack
standing to challenge FDA's actions, Justice Brett Kavanaugh writing for the court, via CBS.
CBS reports that the ruling does not impact other
challenges to the FDA's standing on mifepristone,
while preserving access to the popular abortion medication.
In 2016 and 2021, the FDA took steps to widen access
to mifepristone, which has been taken by over
5 million patients since first being approved in 2000.
Those steps included allowing the drug to be taken up to 10
weeks into a pregnancy, reducing the number of in-person
doctor visits and permitting it to be sold through the mail.
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Microdose Chocolate , May Cause Seizures, FDA Warns.
The FDA says that several people in
four states have gotten sick after eating Diamond Shruumz chocolate bars.
Severe symptoms experienced by the victims include "seizures, central nervous system depression, agitation, abnormal heart rates, hyper/hypotension, nausea and vomiting," CBS News reports. .
The chocolate, which is sold across the country, landed six of the eight victims in the hospital. .
The company's website says that the chocolate
is manufactured with a "primo proprietary blend
of nootropic and functional mushrooms.".
In 2022, the FDA called nootropics "a term widely used to market unapproved products as 'smart drugs' and 'cognitive enhancers.'".
On June 7, the FDA warned parents to
keep their kids away from the chocolate
which is marketed as candy. .
Parents and caregivers should consider
discussing the information in this
advisory with their children and take
extra care to avoid this product being
consumed by younger people. , FDA, via statement.
Half of the victims were in
Arizona, CBS News reports. .
While these products claim to
contain only natural ingredients
and no scheduled drugs, there is
clearly something toxic occurring, Steve Dudley, director of the Arizona Poison and
Drug Information Center, via news release.
We've seen the same phenomenon
of people eating the chocolate bar
then seizing, losing consciousness,
and having to be intubated, Steve Dudley, director of the Arizona Poison and
Drug Information Center, via news release
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FDA Reviewing Data on MDMA , for Potential Approval of , Groundbreaking PTSD Treatment.
'The Independent' reports that federal health advisers are
considering a first-ever approval of MDMA, a psychedelic
drug, to treat post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
'The Independent' reports that federal health advisers are
considering a first-ever approval of MDMA, a psychedelic
drug, to treat post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
The news comes after decades of
psychedelic advocates urging regulators
to give the drug medical acceptance. .
On June 4, the Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) called on a group of outside experts
to review the latest MDMA research. .
The research suggests that when the drug is paired with talk therapy, it can help alleviate PTSD. .
However, regulators at the FDA have questioned the
reliability of the data, as well as the potential safety risks,
which include possible heart problems and addiction.
FDA approval could open the door for federal
approval to be granted as soon as this summer. .
Approval would make MDMA, often referred to as
ecstasy or molly, the first illegal psychedelic
to receive approval for mainstream medicine. .
'The Independent' reports that a number of
psychedelics are expected to receive FDA
reviews in the coming years amid interest in their
potential to treat depression, anxiety and addiction.
'The Independent' reports that a number of
psychedelics are expected to receive FDA
reviews in the coming years amid interest in their
potential to treat depression, anxiety and addiction.
It’s clear that MDMA-assisted
therapy would be a welcome
addition to the currently
available options, Dr. Kelley O'Donnell, a New York University psychiatrist who
helped conduct the MDMA studies, via 'The Independent'.
I’ve seen firsthand
how this treatment can
be lifesaving for some, Dr. Kelley O'Donnell, a New York University psychiatrist who
helped conduct the MDMA studies, via 'The Independent'
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Cucumbers Are Recalled , in 14 States.
Fresh Start Produce Sales in Florida is
recalling cucumbers over possible salmonella contamination, 'Newsweek' reports.
The 14 states affected by the recall include Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.
Only large, whole cucumbers
are included in the recall.
Mini and English cucumbers
are considered safe to eat.
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture first informed Fresh Start that its product tested positive for salmonella.
The FDA is conducting whole genome
sequencing to determine if this sample
is related to an ongoing salmonella
outbreak investigation, Via recall notice.
Fresh Start believes it recalled the product before it could make it into consumers' hands.
Although these cucumbers are
unlikely [to be found] in the
marketplace, anyone with the
recalled product should not
consume it and should destroy
and discard it or return it to the
place of purchase for a refund, Fresh Start Produce Sales, via statement.
Consumers should check with their
retailer or place of purchase to
determine whether the recalled
cucumbers were sold where they shop, Fresh Start Produce Sales, via statement
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G7 Agrees to Use $50 Billion , in Frozen Russian Assets , to Fund Ukraine.
'The Independent' reports that G7 leaders reached
a deal to repurpose profits from frozen Russian
assets worth about $50 billion to support Ukraine.
'The Independent' reports that G7 leaders reached
a deal to repurpose profits from frozen Russian
assets worth about $50 billion to support Ukraine.
The decision was made after Ukrainian President
Volodymyr Zelensky said he expected the group to
make some "important decisions" at the summit in Italy.
G7 members agreed to provide funds with profits
earned on Russia's frozen central bank assets, most
of which are held by the European Union, as collateral. .
G7 members agreed to provide funds with profits
earned on Russia's frozen central bank assets, most
of which are held by the European Union, as collateral. .
Leaders expressed that the agreement
was meant to show unity in the face
of Russian aggression in Ukraine.
It’s a very strong message
to Putin that Putin cannot
outlast us, and we will stand
by Ukraine as long as it takes, Ursula von der Leyen, European Commission
president, via 'The Independent'.
It is not European
taxpayers that are
paying for the Russian
damage [in Ukraine]
but it is Russia, Ursula von der Leyen, European Commission
president, via 'The Independent'.
'The Independent' reports that the measure relies upon
dividends and maturities from approximately $300
billion in assets frozen when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.
'The Independent' reports that the measure relies upon
dividends and maturities from approximately $300
billion in assets frozen when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.
The decision comes as a major boost for
Ukraine as Kyiv fights through a grueling
2024 against a better-equipped Russia.
Finally, we see the first step of
fairness in making sure that the
aggressor, and not the good people
from countries that support us,
are paying for Ukraine’s victory, Kira Rudik, Opposition leader in
Kyiv’s parliament, the Verkhovna Rada,
via 'The Independent'.
We applaud this step.
We hope that it is only
the first of many more
steps. And we will use
this money wisely, Kira Rudik, Opposition leader in
Kyiv’s parliament, the Verkhovna Rada,
via 'The Independent'
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Report Exposes Impact , of Persistent Flooding , Along Mississippi River.
'The Independent' reports that persistent
flooding along the Mississippi River has
pushed people out of their homes at a 30%
higher rate than the United States as a whole.
The Associated Press released data from
First Street, a risk analysis firm, showing the
impact of flooding on hard-hit communities. .
Dean Klinkenberg, who writes guidebooks and
histories of local Mississippi communities, warns
flooding has slowly chipped away at river culture. .
In 1970, West Alton, Missouri, had
a population of nearly 4,000 people. .
Following major floods in 1973,
1993 and 2019, the town now has
less than 400 people living there.
All three of the town's churches are now gone.
The remaining homes have had to be elevated
to try and protect them from future floods.
According to the data, people tend to
move to a safer place nearby, however, others
choose to leave communities all together. .
The data showed that older residents are more
likely to remain, while in some communities, even
this figure was constrained by high flood risk.
Some riverside towns have benefited
from the Clean Water Act of 1972,
which improved rivers and streams.
Since then, parks were established on
cleaned-up industrial areas, bringing in
more tourists and attracting business.
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Fight Between , Mike Tyson and Jake Paul , Officially Rescheduled .
'The Independent' reports that Mike Tyson's upcoming
fight against Jake Paul has been rescheduled for
November 15 at Arlington's AT&T Stadium in Texas.
'The Independent' reports that Mike Tyson's upcoming
fight against Jake Paul has been rescheduled for
November 15 at Arlington's AT&T Stadium in Texas.
The event will also host a championship bout between
welterweight champ Katy Taylor and challenger
Amanda Serrano in a highly-anticipated rematch.
The event will also host a championship bout between
welterweight champ Katy Taylor and challenger
Amanda Serrano in a highly-anticipated rematch.
Originally, the bout between 57-year-old
Tyson and the much younger Paul was
scheduled to take place on July 20.
That date was postponed after Tyson had a medical
issue regarding a flare-up of an ulcer problem
and was advised to delay the fight. .
In May, Tyson had a medical emergency
on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles
and needed medical treatment. .
Our team has worked diligently
with all parties involved to
reschedule this monumental fight
to a date that ensures both
Jake Paul and Mike Tyson
are fully prepared, .., Nakisa Bidarian, MVP co-founder, via 'The Independent'.
Our team has worked diligently
with all parties involved to
reschedule this monumental fight
to a date that ensures both
Jake Paul and Mike Tyson
are fully prepared, .., Nakisa Bidarian, MVP co-founder, via 'The Independent'.
... with equal training time,
as well as allowing us to keep
the event at AT&T stadium in the
midst of the Cowboys season, Nakisa Bidarian, MVP co-founder, via 'The Independent'.
Paul v Tyson is the most cross
generational sporting event in
history, and we are committed
to providing fans worldwide
with this unforgettable night of
boxing, live globally on Netflix, Nakisa Bidarian, MVP co-founder, via 'The Independent'.
Paul v Tyson is the most cross
generational sporting event in
history, and we are committed
to providing fans worldwide
with this unforgettable night of
boxing, live globally on Netflix, Nakisa Bidarian, MVP co-founder, via 'The Independent'.
'The Independent' points out that Paul is 30 years
younger than former heavyweight champion Tyson,
whose professional boxing career ended in 2005. .
'The Independent' points out that Paul is 30 years
younger than former heavyweight champion Tyson,
whose professional boxing career ended in 2005. .
We look forward to seeing
everyone on Friday November 15
for a showdown that will be talked
about for generations to come, Nakisa Bidarian, MVP co-founder, via 'The Independent'
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Biden Celebrates Latest , Jobs Report , and Economic Gains .
'The Independent' reports that the United States economy
surpassed expectations in May while adding 272,000 jobs,
giving President Joe Biden a boost ahead of the 2024 election.
'The Independent' reports that the United States economy
surpassed expectations in May while adding 272,000 jobs,
giving President Joe Biden a boost ahead of the 2024 election.
The great American
comeback continues,
but we still have to
make more progress, Joe Biden, President of the United States, via 'The Independent'.
On my watch, 15.6 million
more Americans have
the dignity and respect
that comes with a job. , Joe Biden, President of the United States, via 'The Independent'.
Unemployment has been
at or below 4% for 30 months—
the longest stretch in 50 years. , Joe Biden, President of the United States, via 'The Independent'.
And a record high
share of working-age
women have jobs, Joe Biden, President of the United States, via 'The Independent'.
Despite Bureau of Labor Statistics data showing
a change of only 4%, the unemployment
rate exceeded economists' expectations. .
The greatest increase was seen in the health care
sector, which added 68,000 jobs in May,
while the government added another 43,000.
The greatest increase was seen in the health care
sector, which added 68,000 jobs in May,
while the government added another 43,000.
The month of May also saw wages go
up by 0.4%, contributing to a 4.1%
increase since the same time in 2023.
'The Independent' reports that the increase
in wages means that workers' earnings
have now outpaced inflation.
According to BLS data,
the consumer price index
increased by 3.4% in the past year
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Nvidia Rides Wave of AI Interest , to Overcome Apple as the, Second-Most Valuable Company.
'The Independent' reports that Nvidia has overtaken
Apple as the world's second-most valuable company,
with an estimated value of over $3 trillion.
'The Independent' reports that Nvidia has overtaken
Apple as the world's second-most valuable company,
with an estimated value of over $3 trillion.
The chipmaker has seen share values skyrocket
amid speculation about artificial intelligence, which
is powered by chips like those produced by Nvidia.
The growing interest in AI has made Nvidia
the biggest company in Silicon Valley,
allowing it to unseat Apple. .
The growing interest in AI has made Nvidia
the biggest company in Silicon Valley,
allowing it to unseat Apple. .
Meanwhile, the iPhone maker has seen
its own value fall amid concerns such as
dwindling sales in the Chinese market.
Nvidia now has plans to split its stock
ten-for-one on June 7, a decision that has
the potential to attract more individual investors.
Nvidia is making money on AI
right now, and companies like Apple
and Meta are spending on AI, Jake Dollarhide, chief executive officer at
Longbow Asset Management, via 'The Guardian'.
It may be a foregone conclusion
that Nvidia will overtake Microsoft
as well. There’s a lot of retail money
that’s piling in on what they
see as a straight shot up, Jake Dollarhide, chief executive officer at
Longbow Asset Management, via 'The Guardian'.
So far in 2024, Nvidia has seen its stock surge 147%,
rallying nearly 30% since May alone when
the company released its latest revenue forecast.
On June 5, the chipmaker added almost
$150 billion in market capitalization,
which is more than AT&T's total value.
The same interest in AI also drove a general rally
for AI chip stocks, with PHLX chip index rising
4.5% and Super Micro Computer climbing 4%
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In a scathing attack, Rahul Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Modi for his recent statement claiming, "I am not biological; God has sent me." Gandhi slammed Modi, questioning the nature of a leader who, amidst the COVID crisis, made such remarks while people suffered. The statement underscores the ongoing political tension between the two leaders.
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The next EU Commission will have to cope with a legacy of debt accummulated out of necessity by its predecessor in response to the Covid crisis and the Ukraine War. Instruments are in place to both control debt and invest in the future, but challenging times lie ahead.
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The current EU Parliament and Commission had just begun the work of their five-year agenda when it was derailed by Covid-19 and then the Ukraine war. As the institutions' mandate enters a final phase, Real Economy gets the views of key players in Brussels on one of the EU's most difficult chapters.
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Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O'Neill has apologised for the hurt that was caused by her attendance at the funeral of republican Bobby Storey during the Covid-19 pandemic. "I know that my actions also angered the families and for that I'm truly sorry,” she told the Covid-19 Inquiry. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Court Refuses to Revive , Charges Against Key Figures , in Flint Water Scandal.
On September 20, the Michigan Supreme Court
rejected an effort to revive criminal charges against
seven people..
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