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Just six countries that make up less than 10 percent of the world’s population — Brazil, the United States, Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela and Guatemala — accounted for just over half of the world’s gun-related deaths.
Beyond Respiratory Diseases: Air Pollution Can Also Negatively Affect Language, Math Skills
The cognitive impact was most pronounced among older men, a troubling sign for how it relates to Alzheimer’s and dementia. Meanwhile, the Pacific Northwest is being smothered by smog from wildfires in both California and British Columbia.
State drug agents confirmed that 89 percent of the sites this year were contaminated by the chemicals, some of which are so strong it takes only a quarter teaspoon to kill a large bear.
“San Francisco is the only universal healthcare plan for all undocumented residents in America. Very proud of that,” gubernatorial candidate Gavin Newsom said of his efforts while mayor of San Francisco. “And we proved it can be done without bankrupting the city.”
Looming Showdown Over Safe-Injection Sites Pits Trump Administration Versus San Francisco
Federal officials warn that any city setting up a safe-injection site for opioid users will be met with “swift and aggressive action” and criminal prosecutions. On Monday, the California Legislature passed a bill approving San Francisco’s plan to open such sites.
Health Care Costs Among Hardships Weighing On Americans Even In Strong Economy
A surprising number of Americans are unable to pay for basic needs such as health care, a new survey finds.
Veterans More Vulnerable To Suicide And Can Have A Harder Time Reaching Out For Help
“When they’re in the military, it’s ingrained into them to be self reliant … and asking for help would negate all of that training,” said Nichole Mulford, the executive director of Victory Village, a facility in Amador County that offers support to veterans in need.
The lawsuits, coming from the families of USC fullback Douglas MacKenzie and former UCLA running back Rodney Stensrud, are just the first in what could be dozens of challenges to the association.
Experts See ‘Enormous Change’ After Massive Overhaul Of State’s Substance Abuse Treatment System
The changes are part of a five-year pilot program authorized by the federal government. So far, 19 counties have adopted the program, and another 21 are scheduled to in the coming months.
Declaring Homelessness Problem A ‘Crisis’ Could Net Local Agencies Millions In State Funds
Local jurisdictions may declare a crisis if a compelling number of people are without shelter and their health and safety are threatened. In addition to the funding, the declaration allows government-owned buildings to be converted for shelter use, and it also may relax standards for temporary housing.