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Elon Musk Says He Will Not be Taking the Coronavirus Vaccine

September 30, 2020 by Sage Edwards
Last updated on: October 2, 2020

In a recent appearance on the New York Times podcast “Sway” with Kara Swisher, Elon Musk reported that neither he nor his children would be getting a coronavirus vaccine when it’s readily available. “I’m not at risk, and neither are… [read]

Berkeley Bans Candy, Sugary Drinks, and Junk Food at the Checkout Aisle

September 30, 2020 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: October 5, 2020

The city of Berkeley, California continues its quest to make its residents healthier, becoming the first city in the United States to ban sugary candy, sodas, and other junk foods from the checkout aisle. The banned food items are those… [read]

FDA Acknowledges Amalgam Fillings Potential Harm for Pregnant Women & Children

September 28, 2020 by Michael Edwards

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated guidelines for dental amalgams: Dental amalgam fillings may release small amounts of mercury in the form of a vapor (gas), depending on the number and age of existing fillings, and… [read]

New Jersey Single-Use Plastic Ban Will Be the Most Comprehensive in the Country

September 27, 2020 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: September 28, 2020

The New Jersey state legislature has voted to ban single-use plastic bags in all stores and restaurants. This bill also bans the use of single-use polystyrene at restaurants and paper bags at grocery stores and is the most thorough single-use… [read]

California, New York, Michigan, and Other States Plan to Independently Review COVID Vaccines

September 26, 2020 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: September 28, 2020

The secretary of California Health and Human Services, Dr. Mark Ghaly, announced on Friday that the state of California will be forming an independent review board to evaluate COVID-19 vaccine data. We think it is an appropriate approach to take, especially… [read]

Don’t Expect a Return to Normalcy Until Late 2021, Says Healthcare Official

September 24, 2020 by Sage Edwards
Last updated on: September 28, 2020

On Wednesday, Dr. Anthony Fauci told congress that even with a vaccine we should not expect a “return to normalcy” until mid-late 2021. Fauci reported that an FDA approved coronavirus vaccine would take awhile due to “rigorous clinical testing required”… [read]

Trump Says Increased COVID Vaccine Requirements is a Political Move

September 24, 2020 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: September 28, 2020

The drama surrounding COVID-19 vaccines continues as President Trump suggested that the executive branch would not support stricter guidelines for evaluating a COVID-19 vaccine. If approved, the new guidelines from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would include additional specifications… [read]