Former Ohio Health Director Amy Acton Announces Candidacy for Governor

Former Ohio Department of Health Director, Amy Acton, officially announced her run for governor on Tuesday, becoming the first Democrat to enter the race to replace term-limited Republican Governor Mike DeWine. In her candidacy statement, Acton, a doctor by training, emphasized her problem-solving approach, saying, “I’m a doctor, not a politician. I solve problems by … Read more

What COVID-19 Tried to Teach Us: Key Lessons for Future Pandemics

This article reflects on the five-year anniversary of the Covid-19 pandemic’s arrival in the United States and discusses the lessons (or lack thereof) that have emerged since then. It highlights some key challenges that will likely shape responses to future pandemics, such as: Public Trust in Health Institutions: The article notes how public trust in … Read more

HMPV vs COVID-19: Comparing Risks and Global Impact

The world is still grappling with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, which dramatically altered lives and reshaped healthcare priorities. Now, a recent outbreak of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China, along with a few cases reported in India, has raised concerns. With symptoms resembling COVID-19, many are questioning if HMPV could lead to another pandemic. … Read more

Apple Class Action Lawsuit 2024 – Check Website, Sign Up and Claim Form Eligibility, Amount and Important Dates

Apple users may soon be eligible for a cash payout as the tech giant has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging Siri eavesdropping. The settlement, filed on December 13, 2024, in Oakland, California, is awaiting approval from a U.S. district judge, according to Reuters. Allegations Against Apple The lawsuit accuses … Read more

Where Are COVID, Flu, and RSV Spreading? Updated Maps Show Trends

Respiratory viruses are on the rise, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning the public about a surge in influenza A, COVID-19, and norovirus (stomach flu). But there’s a fourth virus to keep an eye on—respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), which causes cold-like symptoms and primarily impacts the breathing passages and lungs. … Read more

Florida Grand Jury Finds No Criminal Activity Linked to COVID-19 Vaccines

A statewide grand jury in Florida, convened at the request of Governor Ron DeSantis to investigate potential wrongdoing related to COVID-19 vaccines, has concluded that no criminal activity was found. The report, unsealed on Tuesday, noted that while no indictable crimes were identified, significant issues were uncovered regarding vaccine development and safety surveillance in the … Read more

States Across the U.S. Raise Minimum Wages in 2025: What You Need to Know

Washington state – While the federal minimum wage has remained stagnant at $7.25 per hour since 2009, many states have taken matters into their own hands, raising their minimum wages to help residents earn a more livable income. Each January, some states automatically increase their minimum wage, while others use ballot measures to make adjustments. … Read more

19-Year-Old Diagnosed with PASH After Unusual Breast Growth Post-Vaccine

A 19-year-old woman in Canada experienced an extraordinary medical condition where her breast size rapidly grew from a B cup to a triple G within six months of receiving the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Researchers have described this as a first-of-its-kind case. The unnamed woman, described as healthy prior to the incident, began noticing significant breast … Read more

First U.S. Death Linked to H5N1 Bird Flu Reported in Louisiana

A Louisiana patient hospitalized with H5N1 bird flu has died, marking the first human fatality in the United States associated with the virus. Despite this development, health officials maintain that the risk to the broader U.S. population remains low. The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed in a statement that the individual contracted H5N1 through exposure … Read more