Cart is empty In an outbreak of Salmonella illness tied to cantaloupes that began last month, 302 people in 42 states have now fallen ill. As of Dec. 15, four people had died and 129 had been hospitalized, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Review highlights rise in psychiatric disorders linked to increased cannabis use
The widespread use of cannabis (marijuana) and its increased potency are associated with a rise in cannabis-related psychiatric conditions, according to a new University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) review article that was published in the New England Journal of Medicine. It highlights the urgent need for doctors to screen for and treat patients who are experiencing symptoms of cannabis use disorder, which means they are experiencing significant problems from their use of the drug.
Giving video games this Christmas? New research underlines need to be aware of loot box risks
Recent controversy has surrounded the concept of loot boxes—the purchasable video game features that offer randomized rewards but are not governed by gambling laws.
FDA inspectors find lead levels in tainted applesauce 2,000 times higher than proposed standards
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration inspectors have found levels of toxic lead 2,000 times higher than proposed standards in cinnamon samples gathered at a facility in Ecuador linked to tainted applesauce pouches.
Chapter One Foundation calls for withdrawal of ATI Bill
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CHAPTER One Foundation has called for the withdrawal of the Access to Information (ATI) Bill and the reintroduction of the original Freedom of Information Bill which provides greater safeguards for freedom of expression and the right to privacy.
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Former NAPSA clerk jailed
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THE Solwezi subordinate court has convicted and sentenced former National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA) accounts clerk Stark Simbaya to two years imprisonment with hard labour for fraud involving over K2 million.
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ECZ scam! Rejects PF SP, CF nominations
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THE Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) officials yesterday fled the Kapamba ward by-elections nomination centres in Mpika and Shiwang’andu constituencies after rejecting certificates for Patriotic Front (PF), Citizens First (CF) and Socialist Party candidates.
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ECL should have State security – Laura Miti
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LAURA Miti is calling on Government to reinstate former President Edgar Lungu’s State Security because the withdrawal of his security has not only placed the former head of State at risk but the country as a whole.
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Hospital doctors in England start new strike over pay
Hospital doctors in England begin their longest strike action yet on Wednesday in a move that health bosses fear will pile pressure on services at the busiest time of year.
Govt to establish digital transformation centres
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GOVERNMENT has announced it will next year embark on the establishment of Community Digital Transformation Centres.
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