France Makes History as First Country to Enshrine Abortion Rights in Constitution

March 4, 2024 - Reading time: 2 minutes

On Monday, France made history by becoming the first country to enshrine abortion rights in its constitution.

First Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill in the US: Opill Launches Nationwide

March 4, 2024 - Reading time: 2 minutes

The first over-the-counter birth control pill, Opill, is now available for purchase in U.S. stores and pharmacies, allowing American women and teens to buy contraceptive medication as easily as they would aspirin. Manufacturer Perrigo has begun shipping the product nationwide.

VA plans to fund clinical trials of psychedelic-assisted therapies using magic mushrooms and ecstasy to treat PTSD.

February 15, 2024 - Reading time: 3 minutes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has agreed to review a new drug application for MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy, to be developed for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in a supervised clinical setting.

Tackling the NHS Dentist Shortage with Cash Incentives: A Closer Look

February 7, 2024 - Reading time: 4 minutes

In a bold move to address the critical shortage of NHS dentists across England, the government has announced a series of financial incentives aimed at encouraging more dental professionals to serve in underserved areas.

Bayer Ordered to Pay $2.25 Billion in Roundup Cancer Arnold & Itkin roundup lawsuit

January 30, 2024 - Reading time: 3 minutes

A Pennsylvania jury has delivered a stunning $2.25 billion verdict against Monsanto and its parent company, Bayer. This verdict comes after the jury determined that Monsanto's Roundup herbicide was the cause of a man's cancer, as announced by the plaintiff's lawyers.

Revolutionary Cancer 'Miracle' Vaccine Nears Final Trials: Could This Be the End of Cancer As We Know It?

January 22, 2024 - Reading time: 3 minutes

In what could be the most significant breakthrough in the war against cancer, Orbis Health Solutions is on the cusp of a medical revolution.

Navigating the Purina Pet Food Safety Controversy: Understanding the Facts and Allegations

January 19, 2024 - Reading time: 4 minutes

In a world increasingly influenced by social media, the power of online communities to shape narratives is undeniable. This influence was evident when a Facebook group named "Saving Pets One Pet @ A Time" turned into a focal point for allegations against Purina, a major player in the pet food industry.

Can Generative AI Revolutionize Medicine Without Compromising Patient Care? Exploring the Ethical Implications of AI in Healthcare.

January 13, 2024 - Reading time: 3 minutes

An artificial intelligence (AI) system trained to conduct medical interviews matched or even surpassed human doctors’ performance at conversing with simulated patients and listing possible diagnoses based on the patients' medical history.

13 Facts On the Top 25 Sustainable Cities of the World

February 22, 2023 - Reading time: 10 minutes

A report by Arcadis, a design and consultancy firm, and the Centre for Economic and Business Research has examined a number of cities to find out which are the most sustainable, measuring: people, planet and profit.

Declining birth rate in Japan puts it at risk of collapse - Dispatch Weekly

January 24, 2023 - Reading time: 3 minutes

​According to the prime minister of Japan, the nation’s declining birth rate puts it in danger of losing its ability to function as a society.