Columbus, OH

Los Angeles, CA

Fox News

A group of up to 30 bike riding thieves stormed three separate 7-Eleven stores in Los Angeles on Friday, swiping food and drink items before fleeing on bicycles, according to NBC.

Thieves hit 3 7-Eleven stores in 20 mins, hours after Newsom signed 'smash-and-grab' tackling bills

A California mother of eight was fatally shot earlier this month while confronting a group of people she believed sold marijuana vape pens to her child, KTVU reported.

California mom of 8 fatally shot while protecting kids from drug dealers in harrowing footage

Indiana State

New Albany, IN

Kaitlynn Lee, a mother of three, was killed on Saturday morning in Indiana following what police believe to be a domestic violence episode turned deadly.

Young Indiana mom of 3 allegedly killed by ex-boyfriend while filming TikTok with friend: report

ABC News

The FDA authorized the first at-home, over-the-counter antibody test for syphilis on Friday.

FDA authorizes 1st over-the-counter, at-home test for syphilis

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday approved the first over-the-counter test to detect syphilis antibodies in human blood. The “First To Know Syphilis Test” is produced by the Arkansas-based NOWDiagnostics and is able to provide results within 15 minutes from a single drop of blood. The new test promises to provide a more private option for people who believe they were exposed to the sexually transmitted infection.

The FDA just approved the first at-home test for syphilis

NOWDiagnostics has earned de novo clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for over-the-counter (OTC) use of its First to Know syphilis test. First To Know, according to the company, is the first, only rapid syphilis test in the U.S. that generates an in-home result in 15 minutes with one drop of blood. A clinical study of 1,270 people also proved the test easy to use.

NOWDx Gets De Novo Nod for Rapid, OTC First To Know Syphilis Test

Christian Azubike Enwuru1, Adenike Shola Aiyedobgon2, Morakinyo Bamikole Ajayi1 &. BMC Women's Health volume 24, Article number: 415 (2024) Cite this article. This study was undertaken to determine the prevalence of Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), Trichomonas Vaginalis (TV) co-infection, and the antibacterial sensitivity profile of bacterial isolates. Methods. The study was...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) and Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) co-infection, and bacterial antibiogram profile of pregnant women studied in Lagos, Nigeria

An overview of the complex relationships between herpes simplex virus, human papillomavirus, cytomegalovirus and HIV. Chronic viral infections from diseases such as between herpes simplex virus (HSV), human papillomavirus (HPV) and cytomegalovirus (CMV) can have a serious impact on those with immune systems already compromised by HIV, according to a session held today at the International AIDS Conference in Munich, Germany. The session featured three speakers who discussed each of these diseases.

Chronic Viral Infections Common in Those with HIV | AIDS 2024

People may be at more risk of both AIDS and hepatitis B due to similar risk factors. Having HIV and hepatitis B may lead to serious complications. However, both are treatable and preventable. Stage 3 HIV is also known as AIDS. Stage 3 HIV is the most advanced stage of...

Stage 3 HIV (AIDS) and hepatitis B: What is the connection?

Diverticulitis and colon cancer share some similar symptoms, risk factors, and diagnostic tests. Research suggests there may be a link between the two conditions, and having diverticulitis may increase the risk of colon cancer. Diverticulitis and colon cancer both involve the colon, which forms part of the large intestine. Colon...

Is there a connection between diverticulitis and colon cancer?

Verywell Health

Last week, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) published a health alert due to a significant uptick in parvovirus B19 cases and the presence of associated antibodies. Parvovirus B19 is also known as Fifth disease or "slapped cheek syndrome" because of the characteristic facial rash. William Schaffner, MD, a professor...

CDC Issues Alert for Parvovirus B19 Uptick. What Are the Symptoms and Who's Most at Risk?

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

People with bronchitis have a persistent cough that produces clear, yellow, or green phlegm. Green phlegm often points to a bacterial infection. However, this is less common with bronchitis than viral infection. Bronchitis is an infection of the airways in the lower respiratory tract that usually results from viruses similar...

What color phlegm is related to bronchitis?

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Virginia State

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Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

NewsNinja

"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Michigan State

Police in Michigan said human remains have been found on a property belonging to the husband of Dee Warner. The woman went missing in 2021 and is presumed dead.

Human remains found on husband's property in search for Michigan woman missing since 2021

It’s important to communicate with the patient’s comanaging doctors to adjust necessary medications. There are four direct oral anticoagulants approved for atrial fibrillation and venous thromboembolism: apixaban (Eliquis), dabigatran (Pradaxa), edoxaban (Savaysa) and rivaroxaban (Xarelto). Click image to enlarge. The body is an interconnected system and, as clinicians...

Some Blood Thinners May Increase Conversion to Wet AMD

North Carolina State

Daytona Beach, FL

A Florida felon attempted to walk into a courthouse while possessing a loaded firearm, meth pipe and other questionable items, for a fake appointment, according to authorities.

Florida felon nabbed with loaded stolen gun, meth pipe at courthouse: sheriff

NewsBreak

First at-home syphilis antibody test gets FDA authorization as STD cases spike in US

The first at-home, over-the-counter syphilis antibody test has been granted marketing authorization by the FDA. Experts weigh in on the significance of accessible testing as STI...

First at-home syphilis antibody test gets FDA authorization as STD cases spike in US

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