Big Pharma Fueled Opioid Crisis
Stephen Lendman | globalresearch.ca | 2019-07-25
The widespread opioid epidemic is perhaps the most serious public health crisis in the US. | It's fueled by Big Pharma greed and indifference to the health and welfare of ordinary people — facilitated by ruling authorities in Washington, doing little …
globalresearch.ca/big-pharma-fueled-opioid-crisis/5684597
Domestic Violence is Widespread in the Middle East
Cesar Chelala | counterpunch.org | 2019-07-25
Gender violence, manifested essentially as violence against women, is one of the most significant epidemics in the Middle East today. This kind of violence occurs in practically all countries in the region and affects families of all backgrounds, religions, and social spheres. It affects not only families but societies as a whole. It is estimated…
counterpunch.org/2019/07/25/domestic-vio…
We Need a People's Globalization to Defeat Global Neoliberalism
Staff | truthout.org | 2019-07-25
| As Donald Trump negotiates his way through one trade deal to another, we must recognize that free trade agreements have always benefited the elite class at the expense of the world's workers. In this excerpt of "Privatized Planet: Free Trade as a Weapon Against Democracy, Healthcare and the Environment," author T.J. Coles offers some insight into how we can mobilize globally.U.S. governments have always put big business first. Despite Donald Trump's unique presidential style, including his shouting…
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We Need a People's Globalization to Defeat Global Neoliberalism
Staff | truthout.org | 2019-07-25
| As Donald Trump negotiates his way through one trade deal to another, we must recognize that free trade agreements have always benefited the elite class at the expense of the world's workers. In this excerpt of "Privatized Planet: Free Trade as a Weapon Against Democracy, Healthcare and the Environment," author T.J. Coles offers some insight into how we can mobilize globally.U.S. governments have always put big business first. Despite Donald Trump's unique presidential style, including his shouting…
truthout.org/articles/we-need-a-peoples-…
'This is the beginning': new study warns climate crisis may have been pivotal in rise of drug-resistant superbug
Eds. | mronline.org | 2019-07-25
Research argues that deadly Candida auris "may be the first example of a new fungal disease emerging from climate change." | Source…
mronline.org/2019/07/25/this-is-the-begi…
Tunisia's Essebsi, Leading Post-Revolution Figure, Dies at 92
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-25
Tunisia's 92-year-old president, Beji Caid Essebsi, who helped guide the North African country's transition to democracy after a 2011 revolution, has died, the presidency said on Thursday. | A leading figure in the country's fortunes since 2011, Essebsi was hospitalized late last month for a week after suffering what authorities described as a severe health crisis. | "On Thursday morning, the President of the Republic died at the military hospital in Tunis…The burial ceremony will be announced later," a presidency statement said. | The speaker of parliament, Mohamed Ennaceur, said he would be the country's…
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Tunisia's Essebsi, Leading Post-Revolution Figure, Dies at 92
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-25
Tunisia's 92-year-old president, Beji Caid Essebsi, who helped guide the North African country's transition to democracy after a 2011 revolution, has died, the presidency said on Thursday. | A leading figure in the country's fortunes since 2011, Essebsi was hospitalized late last month for a week after suffering what authorities described as a severe health crisis. | "On Thursday morning, the President of the Republic died at the military hospital in Tunis…The burial ceremony will be announced later," a presidency statement said. | The speaker of parliament, Mohamed Ennaceur, said he would be the country's…
telesurenglish.net/news/Tunisias-Essebsi…
Radioactive Fallout of the First Atomic Bomb Explosion, "Trinity", July 16, 1945: "The Most Significant Hazard of the Entire Manhattan Project"
Kathleen M. Tucker | globalresearch.ca | 2019-07-25
For the past several years, the controversy over radioactive fallout from the world's first atomic bomb explosion in Alamogordo, New Mexico on July 16, 1945–code-named Trinity–has intensified. Evidence collected by the New Mexico health department but ignored for some 70 …
globalresearch.ca/trinity-most-significant-hazard-entire-manhattan-project/5684526
River Health Day
Coastal Watershed Council | indybay.org | 2019-07-25
These events will take place on the east bank of the San Lorenzo River downstream of the Soquel Avenue Bridge. We will meet along the Santa Cruz Riverwalk — look for the blue CWC table! We highly recommend walking or biking to the event as there is limited parking in the area. Parking is available in the CWC parking lot (107 Dakota Ave.) or behind the Royal Taj India Cuisine restaurant (270 Soquel Ave.).
indybay.org/newsitems/2019/07/23/1882493…
Chicago Amazon workers confront management, demand improvements
wsws.org | 2019-07-25
The day after international protests against Amazon during Prime Day, Chicago Amazon workers staged a "walk-in" to demand increased pay, health insurance and air conditioning in their facility.
www.wsws.org/en/articles/2019/07/25/amaz…
High school students demand: 'Abortion rights now'
pip.hinman | greenleft.org.au | 2019-07-25
An abortion rights march was organised by high school students in Newcastle on July 21 wanting the health procedure to be removed from the Crimes Act in NSW.
greenleft.org.au/content/high-school-students-say-abortion-rights-now
Wednesday's Daily Brief: Switzerland leads on innovation, UNICEF 'lifelines' for Yemen, Ebola latest, Liberia peacekeepers
United Nations | un.org | 2019-07-24
Our main stories today: the latest Global Innovation Index ranks Switzerland the world's most innovative country, the head of the UN Mission in DRC warns of a 'deadly environment' for health workers, UNICEF delivers cash for 9 million vulnerable Yemeni families, acting head of UNAIDS says battle against HIV/ AIDS is "far from over".
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What kind of trade policy should progressives support?
EEMPSS | nationofchange.org | 2019-07-24
The extraordinary surge in popular support for expanding public health care, a "Green New Deal," and other progressive policies demonstrates a powerful public appetite for meaningful social change. Decades of neoliberal austerity and "the market made me do it" politics, which boosted inequality in most countries, have also created pent-up demand to change the rules …
nationofchange.org/2019/07/24/what-kind-…
Recent EPA-funded research links 30,000 deaths to U.S. air pollution
Amanda Mills | nationofchange.org | 2019-07-24
According to new research released yesterday, funded by the EPA, more than 30,000 deaths have been linked to the unhealthy air quality in the U.S. over the past two decades. It is also stated that places considered "safe" can increase mortality rates as well. Imperial College London and the Center for Air, Climate and Energy …
nationofchange.org/2019/07/24/recent-epa…
"He Might've Stayed a Minute": Coal Miners With Black Lung Slam McConnell for Brushing Them Off in Healthcare Meeting
Jake Johnson, staff writer | commondreams.org | 2019-07-24
"It was a worthless trip, that's the way I feel," said one of the 120 coal miners who traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with the Republican leader | www.commondreams.org/sites/default/files… …
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While Nation Watched Mueller, Hearing Down the Hall Focused on 'Harmful Chaos' and Real Victims of Trump Era
Eoin Higgins, staff writer | commondreams.org | 2019-07-24
"Numerous studies have demonstrated the long-term effects of adverse childhood experiences on children's developing neural networks and their physical health," one expert said of the administration's family separation policies | www.commondreams.org/sites/default/files… …
commondreams.org/news/2019/07/24/while-n…
Airline Caterers Authorize Strike Action, Supported by Presidential Candidates
Staff | therealnews.com | 2019-07-24
Senators Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Richard Blumenthal, Sherrod Brown, and Mayor Bill DeBlasio, among others, all came out to the DC National Airport to express their support for airline food workers, who intend to strike for higher wages and health care…
therealnews.com/stories/airline-caterers…
Multinational Pharmaceuticals and Medicine: Under Fire Worldwide
unitedEditor | uwidata.com | 2019-07-23
The massive multinational corporations that produce the world's supply of drugs, vaccines and genetically modified organisms have been coming under increasing heavy scrutiny in recent years. These companies are in a position, thanks to their incredible resources, to influence doctors, and even nations to buy their products. They have used their wealth to push favorable …
uwidata.com/4419-multinational-pharmaceu…
UN health agency 'strongly recommends' dolutegravir antiretroviral medication to manage HIV
United Nations | un.org | 2019-07-22
Based on new evidence, the United Nations health agency on Monday announced it was recommending the use of the antiretroviral drug dolutegravir (DTG) — which, with other medication, treats HIV/AIDS — as the preferred first- and second-line treatment for all cases, including pregnant women and those who have the potential to give birth.
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Media Just Can't Stop Presenting Horrifying Stories as 'Uplifting' Perseverance Porn
Alan MacLeod | fair.org | 2019-07-21
"No… it's not awesome at all. It's a painful indictment of the state of healthcare in America," reads the first comment under this tweet by Fox 5 DC ( 5/28/19). | "THIS IS AWESOME!" That's how Fox 5 DC described its story ( 5/28/19) about Logan Moore of Cedartown, GA, a disabled two-year-old whose parents were unable to afford to buy him a walker, so employees at Home…
fair.org/home/media-just-cant-stop-prese…
Heat wave poses danger to UPS Teamsters
Fight Back | fightbacknews.org | 2019-07-21
Chicago, IL – Dozens of U.S. workers die every year due to heat, according to the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). UPS trucks can feel as hot as ovens and UPS warehouses are almost unbearable in the summer. One memory burned into the minds of Chicago-area UPS workers is that of Stephen Michael, who died in a UPS warehouse in 2011 after his request to go home was denied, when he reported not feeling well during a day with a 109-degree heat index. | UPS workers are under intense pressure like never before. New technology, leading to great efficiency, ensures delivery drivers have trucks…
www.fightbacknews.org/2019/7/20/heat-wav…
Don't panic, support DR Congo in fight against deadly Ebola virus, UN health agency urges
United Nations | un.org | 2019-07-19
Ebola virus is just one challenge among many facing communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday, reiterating an appeal for the international community to show support and solidarity for its people.
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Amazon Workers Demand Fair Pay & Conditions as Company Continues Undercutting Rivals
Staff | democracynow.org | 2019-07-17
While online shoppers around the world flocked to Amazon's mega-sale "Prime Day" this week, the retail giant faced growing outrage from protesters, workers and lawmakers for its unsafe working conditions and collaboration with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Demonstrators in Seattle delivered a petition with over 270,000 signatures to Amazon headquarters demanding it stop exploiting workers and cooperating with ICE. Lawmakers, including Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Ilhan Omar, co-signed a letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration demanding a full investigation into Amazon's wor…
www.democracynow.org/2019/7/17/amazon_wo…
Weekend Read: Jim Crow's fingerprints are on Florida's new voting law
splcenter.org | 2019-07-12
Voting is not a privilege but a right that is essential for a healthy, well-functioning democracy.
splcenter.org/news/2019/07/12/weekend-re…
Weekend Read: Jim Crow's fingerprints are on Florida's new voting law
splcenter.org | 2019-07-12
Voting is not a privilege but a right that is essential for a healthy, well-functioning democracy.
splcenter.org/news/2019/07/12/weekend-re…
Racism: Milwaukee's Public Health Emergency
Isiah Holmes | progressive.org | 2019-07-10
One of the most segregated cities in the United States takes on racism as a health issue.
progressive.org/dispatches/racism-milwau…