Month: September 2022

Toxic Toys Pose a Challenge for Recycling Efforts

It’s like trying to build a sandcastle with waterlogged sand; toxic toys are throwing a wrench into the gears of the circular economy. In a recent study, researchers discovered that a staggering 84 percent of old plastic toys and dress-up items contain harmful toxins that can significantly disrupt children’s growth, development, and reproductive capacities. These […]

Published on September 2, 2022

US Monkeypox Cases Are Declining

Monkeypox cases are dwindling across America, but experts caution that this doesn’t signify the end of the outbreak. Much like the ebb and flow of city life, the decline of monkeypox infections hints at a larger narrative unfolding. A recent analysis by NBC News reveals that cases have dropped by approximately 40% in the United […]

Published on September 2, 2022

VA to Offer Abortions in Specific Situations to Veterans

The Department of Veteran Affairs has released plans to offer abortions for veterans and their eligible beneficiaries in certain situations. This is akin to a hospital providing emergency surgery for patients in critical condition or a fire department extinguishing specific types of fires. The VA recognizes that there are unique cases where abortion is necessary […]

Published on September 2, 2022