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(CNN) Poliovirus has been detected in wastewater samples in New York City, suggesting likely local circulation of the virus, according to state and local health officials . "We are dealing with a trifecta. Covid is still very much here. Polio, we have identified polio in our sewage. And we're still dealing with the monkey pox crisis," New York Mayor Eric Adams said Friday on CNN's New Day. "We're addressing the threats as they come before us and we're prepared to deal with them and with the assistance of Washington, DC." 'Silent' spread of polio in New York drives CDC to consider additional vaccinations for some people In a statement about the wastewater finding, New York officials underscored the urgency of staying up to date with polio immunizations, particularly for those in the greater New York metro area. Most people in the US are protected from polio because of vaccination. The primary series of three vaccines provides 99% … [Read more...] about Poliovirus detected in wastewater samples in New York City, health officials say

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The Roe v. Wade decision is top of mind for the public sector, many business leaders— even scientists. The Turnaway Study conducted at the University of California at San Francisco, found that receiving an abortion does not harm the health and well-being of women. In fact, it found that being denied an abortion results in worse financial, health and family outcomes. Another study by JAMA Psychiatry found that women seeking and being denied abortions reported significantly more mental health issues eight days later. They suffered more anxiety, poor self-esteem and low life satisfaction—but similar levels of depression—as women receiving abortions. Rumblings In The Workplace In response to the Roe v. Wade ruling, several leading companies like Apple, Citigroup, Netflix and Salesforce are expanding healthcare benefits. “In the workplace, the reversal of Roe is not only an issue impacting the health and well-being of … [Read more...] about Companies Not Changing Health Benefits Despite Roe V. Wade Ruling, Study Finds

Members of the Alliance of Health Workers stage a protest in Quezon City on Friday, August 12, 2022, to call the government’s attention to the alleged delay in the health workers’ benefits from the One COVID-19 Allowance. Photo from AHW’s Facebook page MANILA, Philippines — Several health workers from healthcare institutions that are classified as government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs) are yet to receive their benefits from the One COVID-19 Allowance (OCA). This was according to members of the Alliance of Health Workers (AHW) chapters at the Philippine Heart Center (PHC) and National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI), who staged protests on Friday to call on the Department of Health (DOH) to immediately provide and distribute the OCA of health workers. They said health workers from PHC have so far only received their OCA benefits for the month of January this year while health workers from NKTI and other GOCC-hospitals like the Lung Center of the Philippines … [Read more...] about Health workers from GOCC-hospitals complain about delayed COVID-19 allowance

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline The House of Representatives voted 220-207 to approve the $437 billion Inflation Reduction Act on Friday after months of torturous negotiations among Senate Democrats that finally resulted in a landmark climate, health and tax package that passed that chamber Sunday, giving President Joe Biden and the Democrats a key win ahead of midterm elections in November. Key Facts The House vote ran along party lines, with no Republicans joining the 220 Democrats who voted to approve the package. The bill , which is a slimmed-down version of Biden’s Build Back Better plan that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) hammered out with key holdout Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), includes $369 billion in spending on climate and energy programs–the biggest clean energy investment in U.S. history. It also contains ambitious measures to reduce health care costs, giving Medicare the power to negotiate with … [Read more...] about House Approves Democrats’ Ambitious $430 Billion Climate And Health Bill

The decomposing body of a 75-year-old man was discovered Wednesday inside a Brooklyn residence that reportedly contained schematics for weapons of mass destruction and suspected biohazard material. Police were called to the apartment just before 1:00 p.m. Wednesday after receiving a wellness check request, the NY Daily News reported . The man was found dead in a seated position inside of the home, the outlet continued. Neighbors had complained of a strong odor emanating from the home, News 12 reported . Sources claimed the man appeared to have been dead for at least a week, but no cause of death has been determined at this time, according to the New York Post. The street around the home was blocked off throughout Wednesday as the New York Police Department (NYPD), FBI agents, and NYPD’s Joint Terrorism Task Force investigated the scene, ABC7 noted . The Health Department and Department of Environmental Protection, as well as other agencies, were also present, NY Daily … [Read more...] about Decomposing Body Reportedly Found With Biohazard Material, Possible Weapons Of Mass Destruction Plan

Former National Security Advisor John Bolton responded Wednesday to reports of his alleged attempted assassination while mocking the “low price” set against him. The Department of Justice (DOJ) charged Iranian operative Shahram Poursafi Wednesday over an alleged plot to assassinate Bolton. The DOJ suspected that the potential assassination was “likely in retaliation for the January 2020 death of [the corps] commander Qasem Soleimani.” Bolton appeared on CNN’s “Situation Room With Wolf Blitzer” to discuss the alleged plot. (RELATED: US Won’t Let Iran’s Attempt To Assassinate A US Official Derail Nuclear Talks: REPORT) “The suspect put a $300,00o price tag on your head. What goes through your mind, ambassador, hearing the details of this plot as explained today in great detail by the U.S. justice department?” Blitzer asked Bolton. “Well, I was embarrassed at the low price,” Bolton responded, with a small smile, “I would have thought it would have been higher. But, … [Read more...] about ‘Embarrassed At The Low Price’: Bolton Provides Response To Attempted Assassination

The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is designed to provide round-the-clock healthcare for babies who are born prematurely or with life-threatening health conditions. A NICU stay can be emotional and stressful for parents and there may be financial aftershocks once medical bills begin arriving. Newborn intensive care costs can be significantly higher than standard newborn care costs . While your insurance should pay for some of your medical expenses, it may not cover everything. Key Takeaways A neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) provides round-the-clock care for prematurely born babies and newborns with certain health conditions. If your baby has to go to the NICU shortly after birth, it's important to add them to your health insurance policy as soon as possible. Health insurance may cover some, though not all, of the costs associated with neonatal intensive care. Parents whose insurance does not cover the full cost of NICU or who are uninsured may qualify for … [Read more...] about Managing Costs for NICU Stay

Set aside a small sum of money every month for investing in equities when you get your salary. As Indian citizens, we are glad to live in a free country. But often, we take our freedom for granted, especially when it comes to financial freedom. Money here today might be gone tomorrow. That’s why it’s important to be financially free, especially if you’re starting your investment journey at a young age. If you are in your 20s , or even in your 30s , on your first, second or even third job, and are just embarking on your financial journey, here are some handy tips to make sure you become financially independent. Also read | How women in their first job can take control of their money Invest in equities Set aside a small sum of money every month for investing in equities when you get your salary. Maher Dhamodiwala, founder of Financial Artists, a Mumbai-based financial planning firm, says that at a young age when liabilities are low or zilch, people should … [Read more...] about Just started working? Here’s how to become financially independent

(CTN News) – As of June 10 , the UK health officials were unable to determine if monkeypox had peaked in the UK , as they reported another 45 cases, making it the largest-ever epidemic outside of Africa. According to the UK’s Health Security Agency, men accounted for 99% of all instances, and nearly all of the 152 men who provided comprehensive information identified as gay, bisexual, or sexed with men. Almost 80% of cases were reported in London, and the median age was 38. “We cannot yet determine if the transmission has stopped increasing,” the agency said in a report, citing the reporting gap between when patients first noticed symptoms and when they were diagnosed with monkeypox . If someone comes into close physical contact with an infected person or their bed sheets or clothes, they can get monkeypox. Scientists claim that monkeypox is spread in geographically diffuse sexual networks, adding that some linkages extend beyond the UK. According to the … [Read more...] about Monkeypox Has Peaked In the UK, But Scientists Disagree As The Country Reports 45 New Cases

Representative image (Image: AP) North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, said the country had brought its coronavirus outbreak to an end without vaccines, state media reported Thursday, while Kim’s sister accused South Korea of sending the virus across the border and threatened​ “deadly”​ retaliation​. After two years of claiming to have no COVID-19 cases, North Korea reported an outbreak in May, announcing a “maximum emergency” and locking down all of its cities and counties. On Wednesday, Kim ​“solemnly declared the victory​” in “exterminating the novel coronavirus that had made inroads into our territory​,” the state-run Korean Central News Agency reported. ​ Kim, speaking at a meeting with national health officials, said his government would downgrade its anti-disease vigilance to an “ordinary” level as of Friday, according to the report. ​Outside experts have cast doubt on the North’s ​COVID-related claims, including its past assertions that it had no cases. The figures it … [Read more...] about North Korea Says Its COVID-19 Outbreak Is Over