This study conducted by the US Environmental Protection Agency has revealed that eating one freshwater fish caught in the US is equivalent to drinking a month's worth of water contaminated with toxic PFAS. The findings highlight the need for further research into the effects of PFAS on human health and for more stringent regulations on the use of PFAS in consumer products. People should also be aware of the potential risks associated with consuming fish caught in contaminated water.
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The Chinese government has reported a significant increase in Covid-related deaths since early December, with nearly 60,000 fatalities reported as of Saturday. The National Health Commission (NHC) noted that the majority of these deaths occurred in hospitals, and that the “emergency peak” of the surge appears to have passed. The NHC's announcement provides a more accurate picture of the situation, and the government is continuing to take measures to contain the virus, including travel restrictions, social distancing, and encouraging citizens to get vaccinated.
A group of vaccine advisers to the federal government have expressed their disappointment and anger at the lack of data presented to them by government…
The Pentagon has formally dropped its COVID-19 vaccination mandate, via legislation signed into law on December 23rd. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin signed a new memo…
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The US Postal Service (USPS) can continue to deliver prescription abortion medication despite a June 2022 Supreme Court ruling that overturned a landmark abortion rights…
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