How one North Carolina county is fighting vaccine hesitancy
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How one North Carolina county is fighting vaccine hesitancy
Onslow County, North Carolina has one of the highest rates of vaccine hesitancy in the state, according to CDC data.
It is one of many places across the country, where healthcare workers are struggling to get shots into arms. This area is also home to the massive Marine base, Camp Lejeune, which faces its own unique challenges when it comes to getting Marines to take the vaccine.
CNN visits this county and follows those who are working to turn these vaccination numbers around.
Addressing a rally in the Khanyar area of the city here in support of the NC's Lok Sabha poll candidate Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, Abdullah said, "Modi is trying.. IndiaTimes
In a devastating turn of events, at least four law enforcement officers lost their lives in a shooting incident while attempting to serve a warrant in Charlotte, North Carolina. Police Chief Johnny Jennings confirmed the tragic news during a press conference. Join us as we delve into the details of this heartbreaking event and explore the impact on the community and law enforcement agencies. Stay tuned for the latest updates and reactions.
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J Cole Asks Kendrick Lamar , to Forgive Him for Diss Track.
J Cole Asks Kendrick Lamar , to Forgive Him for Diss Track.
BBC reports that rapper J. Cole has apologized
for releasing a diss track aimed at Kendrick Lamar,
expressing his regrets for releasing the song last week.
BBC reports that rapper J. Cole has apologized
for releasing a diss track aimed at Kendrick Lamar,
expressing his regrets for releasing the song last week.
The song, '7 Minute Drill,' was Cole's reply
to Lamar's verse on Future and
Metro Boomin's 'Like That.'.
Cole recently spoke about the track
while performing at the Dreamville
Festival in North Carolina on April 7. .
I ain't gonna lie to
y'all the past two days
felt terrible. I damn
near had a relapse, J. Cole, Dreamville Festival performance, via Associated Press.
Cole went on to praise Lamar's career,
calling him 'one of the greatest,' and expressing
hopes that the rapper didn't take offense.
And if he did, I got my
chin out. Take your best
shot, I'll take that on the chin, J. Cole, Dreamville Festival performance, via Associated Press.
Cole promised that the track from his album,
'Might Delete Later,' will be removed
or updated on streaming services.
BBC reports that Cole said
he felt pressured to write
a comeback to Lamar. .
I was conflicted because...
I know how I feel about my
peers, these two [rappers]
that I've been blessed to
even stand beside... But
the world want to see blood, J. Cole, Dreamville Festival performance, via Associated Press.
I was conflicted because...
I know how I feel about my
peers, these two [rappers]
that I've been blessed to
even stand beside... But
the world want to see blood, J. Cole, Dreamville Festival performance, via Associated Press.
While speaking on stage,
Cole said that he tried to keep the tone of
the verse friendly, but ultimately the end result , "didn't sit right with my spirit."
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Trader Joe’s Recalls Basil , After Reports of Salmonella Infections.
On April 17, the grocery chain
recalled Infinite Herbs organic basil.
The basil has been "linked to a dozen Salmonella infections in seven states," CNN reports. .
One person has been hospitalized.
The 2.5-ounce packages were sold in 29 states and Washington, D.C., from Feb. 1 through April 6. .
The CDC is advising consumers to dispose of any Infinite Herbs organic basil that was bought from Trader Joe's.
The agency also says to clean anything that the contaminated basil may have come in contact with. .
Investigators are trying to determine if any other products have been contaminated, CNN reports. .
Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps, the CDC says. .
Symptoms can develop anywhere between
6 hours and 6 days after consuming the bacteria.
Most people don't need treatment
and recover within 4 to 7 days. .
If your symptoms are severe, or if you experience diarrhea and dehydration for more than three days, the CDC recommends contacting your health care provider
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Today Is , World Autism
Awareness Day.
April 2, World Autism Awareness Day,
kicks off World Autism Month.
The special day and month,
marked by the color blue,
is meant to increase the
understanding of autism.
In 2023, the CDC reported that 1 in 36 U.S. children has an autism spectrum disorder.
A lot of research is being
conducted on the disorder.
and several groups have been formed
to raise more money for research.
Signs of autism can present
themselves in children as
young as 6 months old.
The symptoms become
more prevalent around
2 and 3 years old.
According to Autism Speaks,
symptoms include sensory sensitivities,
gastrointestinal disorders.
seizures and sleep issues, anxiety,
depression and attention issues
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US Life Expectancy on the Rise , Following Pandemic Decline, CDC Report Says.
According to the latest federal
mortality data, life expectancy in
the United States increased in 2022. .
The report published by the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health
Statistics (NCHS) raised life expectancy to 77.5 years.
The report published by the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health
Statistics (NCHS) raised life expectancy to 77.5 years.
The positive change comes after two
years of decline following the pandemic.
The positive change comes after two
years of decline following the pandemic.
While life expectancy has yet to reach
pre-pandemic levels, 2022 showed
an increase of 1.1 years compared to 2021.
2022 ended up recording 3.27 million
deaths in the U.S., which was
184,374 fewer deaths than the year before.
According to the report, heart disease
and cancer remained the two most
prevalent causes of death in the U.S. .
According to the report, heart disease
and cancer remained the two most
prevalent causes of death in the U.S. .
COVID-19 dropped to fourth on
the list, and unintentional injuries
took over the number three spot.
COVID-19 dropped to fourth on
the list, and unintentional injuries
took over the number three spot.
ABC reports that both males and
females saw approximately the same
increase in life expectancy from 2021 to 2022.
Over the same period of time,
the death rate decreased
for nearly every age group. .
Another NCHS report found that rates of
drug overdose deaths from synthetic opioids
increased by 4.1% between 2021 and 2022.
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