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The Day Big Albums Start Streaming, Traffic Deaths Surge
A study published in JAMA Network Open found a 15% increase in traffic fatalities on days when major musical artists release new albums, suggesting that increased phone usage for streaming may contribute to driver distraction.
Is 2819 Church About Jesus — Or Philip Anthony Mitchell?
As Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell's 2819 Church experiences rapid growth in Atlanta, a recent warning from prophet Joshua T. Giles has reignited a debate regarding celebrity and spiritual authority in the Black church.
False Claims About Miscarriage Risk From Covid-19 Vaccines Are Spreading Online. They Use A Faulty Interpretation Of Data
Medical experts and public health agencies emphasized that the benefits of COVID-19 vaccines far outweigh the risks for pregnant individuals, countering recent efforts by Republican senators to circulate misleading data regarding miscarriage rates.
Trump Wants To Split The MMR Vaccine Into Separate Shots. Experts Say It’s A Bad Idea
President Donald Trump signed an executive order seeking to reshape U.S. vaccine policy by recommending that childhood immunizations, specifically the MMR vaccine, be administered as separate single-disease shots during individual medical visits.
The FDA Approved The First mRNA Flu Vaccine For Use In Older Adults. Here’s What To Know
The FDA has approved Moderna's first-of-its-kind mRNA flu vaccine for adults aged 50 and older, which aims to improve protection against the virus through faster manufacturing and higher antibody production.
The Latest Tool To Help Prevent Maternal Mortality: Wristbands
Hospitals are increasingly adopting silicone wristbands to raise awareness of postpartum health risks, even as experts warn that potential Medicaid cuts under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could threaten the continuity of essential maternal care.
As School Season Begins, Trump Calls For A Revised Vaccine Schedule
by Jennifer Porter Gore
President Donald Trump on Monday revived his attempt to change the nation’s approach to childhood vaccines by signing an executive order that would upend...
Yes, It’s Called ‘White People School.’ Here’s What It Teaches
Tamara Johnson-Shealey has launched White People School, a provocative new initiative by the nonprofit Reparations Sunday designed to help white Americans examine their understanding of Black history, systemic racism, and reparations through virtual lectures and field experiences.
Fentanyl’s Hidden Risk: What Young Black Adults Should Know About Today’s Illicit Drug Supply
For young Black adults, advocates say those conversations also need to take place without stigma or assumptions about who is at risk. The possibility of unexpected fentanyl exposure means someone does not have to consider themselves an opioid user to benefit from knowing how to recognize and respond to an overdose.
Republican Senators Released Fauci’s Old Texts About Covid Vaccines And Pregnancy. Years Of Evidence Show They’re Safe
Two Republican senators have released the first batch of text messages retrieved from Dr. Anthony Fauci’s former government phone as part of an investigation into his leadership and actions during the Covid-19 pandemic – including messages in which he discusses the possible risks and safety of the vaccine during pregnancy.