Published by AFPNew York City's Times Square become deserted during the outbreak of the pandemic in spring 2020New York (AFP) - The United States … [Read more...] about US marks 1 mn Covid deaths, early epicenter New York seeks to move on
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Almost three times as many died as a result of COVID than officially reported – WHO
Published by Reuters By Jennifer Rigby (Reuters) -Almost three times as many people have died as a result of COVID-19 as … [Read more...] about Almost three times as many died as a result of COVID than officially reported – WHO
People with certain health conditions ‘more likely to end their life’
Published by DPAPeople with illnesses likely to be fatal are much more likely to end their lives, according to new research in the UK that is renewing … [Read more...] about People with certain health conditions ‘more likely to end their life’
Explainer-I’m eligible for a second COVID booster. Should I get one?
Published by ReutersBy Julie Steenhuysen CHICAGO (Reuters) - U.S. officials now say that people 50 and older can get a second COVID-19 booster shot to … [Read more...] about Explainer-I’m eligible for a second COVID booster. Should I get one?
Covid Memorials Also Spreading; London’s Mural, Italian Trees, Sculptures in Syria and Spain, And A 1918 Flu Monument Drafted For Double Duty
Does it feel too soon? Covid memorials before we're really on the other side of facing it may be wishful thinking. We may have a unique lens in that … [Read more...] about Covid Memorials Also Spreading; London’s Mural, Italian Trees, Sculptures in Syria and Spain, And A 1918 Flu Monument Drafted For Double Duty
Spending time in space can lead to brain damage, new research shows
Published by DPAProlonged time in weightlessness is now thought to lead to brain damage, in new research that poses more questions for the health … [Read more...] about Spending time in space can lead to brain damage, new research shows
Spanish Hospital Draws Gay Health Advocates’ Ire After Listing ‘Homosexuality’ As An Illness On Gay Patient’s Medical Report
"Current Illness" A gynecologist in Spain has drawn the ire of local LGBTQ advocates this week after he listed homosexuality as an illness on a gay … [Read more...] about Spanish Hospital Draws Gay Health Advocates’ Ire After Listing ‘Homosexuality’ As An Illness On Gay Patient’s Medical Report
Virginia Transgender Man Sues Department of Corrections for Denial of Health Care; Top Surgery Denial Causing ‘Substantial Risk of Serious Harm’
The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) is facing a lawsuit from an incarcerated Virginia transgender man after continually denying him … [Read more...] about Virginia Transgender Man Sues Department of Corrections for Denial of Health Care; Top Surgery Denial Causing ‘Substantial Risk of Serious Harm’
Veteran Atlanta Activist Becomes First Black Trans Woman Ever Named to Presidential HIV/AIDS Council
Noted Atlanta LGBTQ advocate Tori Cooper made history earlier this month when she was named to the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS. Cooper … [Read more...] about Veteran Atlanta Activist Becomes First Black Trans Woman Ever Named to Presidential HIV/AIDS Council
Covid-19 Spike Close to Overwhelming Hospitals; Tokyo Doctors ‘strongly request’ Officials Cancel Delayed Japan Olympics
Published by Reuters By Antoni Slodkowski TOKYO (Reuters) -A top medical organisation has thrown its weight behind calls … [Read more...] about Covid-19 Spike Close to Overwhelming Hospitals; Tokyo Doctors ‘strongly request’ Officials Cancel Delayed Japan Olympics