Health
Federal judge blocks Missouri's 8-week abortion ban
A new Missouri ban on abortions at or after eight weeks of pregnancy won't take effect Wednesday after a federal judge temporarily blocked it from being implemented.
Aug 27, 2019
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Health
Tiny village becomes Indonesian anti-smoking champion
Nestled amid mountains in remote central Indonesia, Bone-Bone looks like any other rural hamlet in the archipelago, with a modest collection of houses, shops and mosques and people quietly going about their daily lives.
Mar 11, 2016
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Health
EU has no plans to ban Chanel 5 on allergy findings
The European Commission said Friday it had no intention for the moment to ban or impose limits on perfumes or cosmetics found to cause an allergic reaction, a spokesman said Friday.
Nov 2, 2012
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
US court imposes restrictions on abortion pill, ruling on hold
A US federal appeals court on Wednesday imposed restrictions on a widely used abortion pill, but the ruling will remain on hold as the Supreme Court decides whether to hear the case.
Aug 16, 2023
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Health
Gov. Cuomo signs bill banning e-cigarettes in NY workplaces
New York has added electronic cigarettes to its indoor smoking ban, making it illegal to use the devices in bars, restaurants and most workplaces.
Oct 24, 2017
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Health
Court won't reinstate New York City's big-soda ban (Update)
New York state's highest court refused to reinstate New York City's ban on the sale of big sodas, ruling that the city's health department overstepped its bounds when it approved a cap on sugary beverages.
Jun 26, 2014
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Addiction
UK smoking ban would have many benefits for public health—but only if it's effectively implemented
MPs have recently voted to ban anyone in England born after 2009 from buying cigarettes, as part of the government's plan to achieve a smoke-free generation.
Apr 23, 2024
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Merkel announces sweeping curbs to keep Germans home in virus fight
German leaders on Monday urged citizens to stay home, as the government announced unprecedented nationwide measures to radically scale back public life in order to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Mar 16, 2020
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Health
Jordan hookah ban sparks public outcry
There's no smoke without ire: a ban on water pipes in restaurants and cafes has caused uproar in Jordan where $1 billion worth of tobacco goes up in smoke every year.
Feb 5, 2014
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Health
N.J. lawmakers pass bill to ban flavored vaping products
A bill that would ban the sale of flavored vaping products was passed Monday by New Jersey lawmakers.
Jan 15, 2020
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