Category: News
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Brain Tumor Awareness Month Fact Sheet: Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation Shines Light on Staggering Costs of Deadliest Childhood Cancer and Calls on Public to Join the Fight for a Cure
ATLANTA, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — More than 28,000 children in the U.S. are currently battling a brain tumor, the deadliest childhood cancer and most common solid cancer in children and adolescents. Far too many children currently face no chance of long-term survival, and those who do survive must navigate the constant threat of recurrence and lifelong…
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Spruce Up Your Interior Living Spaces This Spring
(Family Features) The changing of seasons and arrival of warmer weather provide a perfect opportunity for many homeowners to refresh their living spaces and tackle projects on their to-do lists. However, that shouldn’t mean limiting yourself to standard chores like cleaning, disinfecting and reorganizing. Spring is also an ideal time to make functional and aesthetic…
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How to Be a Savvier Shopper
(Family Features) Whether you’re shopping online or in-store, you can ensure you’re getting the most for your money with a little extra planning. These savvy shopping tips can help you score the most savings and added benefits while you’re at it. Time Your PurchaseBefore any big purchase, spend time researching the product and retailers to…
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Local Floridians to lose in tax battle between Disney, DeSantis
The Florida House of Representatives voted to revoke Disney World’s special tax status after clashes between the company and Governor Ron DeSantis over the “Don’t Say Gay” Bill. Disney has traditionally been allowed a special tax district, giving the company greater control over its property in Florida. Eleanor Wilking, professor of law at Cornell Law…
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Calming overexcited neurons may protect brain after stroke
New data prompts reconsideration of decades-old theory about brain injury due to stroke Newswise — A new study has prompted scientists to reconsider a once-popular yet controversial idea in stroke research. Neuroscientists believed that, in the aftermath of a stroke, calming overexcited neurons might prevent them from releasing a toxic molecule that can kill neurons…
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NASA Updates Coverage for Axiom Mission 1 Departure from Space Station
NASA will provide live coverage of the undocking and departure of the Axiom Mission 1 (Ax-1) prior to its return to Earth from the International Space Station. The four-member private astronaut crew is scheduled to undock from the space station at 8:35 p.m. EDT Saturday, April 23, to begin the journey home, with splashdown off…
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READY FOR SPRING BREAK? $10 FARES AVAILABLE FOR TRAVEL WITHIN VIRGINIA ON AMTRAK NORTHEAST REGIONAL
Customers can explore cities in the Commonwealth WASHINGTON – Customers looking to visit somewhere new or with family or friends this spring can purchase a $10 Coach ticket to travel on the Amtrak Northeast Regional within Virginia. The limited-time sale is available to purchase from April 5 – 9, and valid for travel between April 7 –…
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SPACEX WATCH LIVE: STARLINK MISSION
SpaceX is targeting Thursday, April 21 for a Falcon 9 launch of 53 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The instantaneous launch window is at 11:14 a.m. ET, or 15:14 UTC, and a backup opportunity is available on Friday, April 22. The first stage…
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METROLINK NOW POWERED BY RENEWABLE FUEL
Metrolink has recently announced that it has switched to renewable fuel, making the commuter rail agency the first in the nation to completely power all its locomotives by the cleaner burning alternative.
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FDA Considers New Approach to Improve Safe Disposal of Prescription Opioid Analgesics, Decrease Unnecessary Exposure to Unused Medication
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced it is seeking public comment on a potential change that would require opioid analgesics used in outpatient settings to be dispensed with prepaid mail-back envelopes and that pharmacists provide patient education on safe disposal of opioids. This potential modification to the existing Opioid Analgesic Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy…