Facebook Whistleblower Says Platform Works with Islamic Groups
A Facebook whistleblower has come forward and says the popular social media platform does not combat extremist messaging from groups like the Islamic State group and al-Qaida. The algorithm the company uses seemingly misses a majority of the extreme, anti-Western hate speeches, which raises red flags. About the Whistleblower Statute In 1863 to combat fraud
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How Preventing HIV Hurts Your Bones
Your partner or loved one has HIV. To prevent the spread, you trust your PrEp medication to keep you safe. However, the manufacturers nor doctors have warned you that taking this medication could actually damage your bones. About PrEP Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEp) is an HIV prevention strategy where HIV-negative individuals take anti-HIV medications before coming
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Air Filter Blockage Caused Deadly Plane Crash
The National Transportation Safety Board announced that an air filter blockage was the cause of a small plane crash that killed two from Detroit. Their families are devastated by the news. About Aviation Accidents The airplane industry has convinced travelers that flying is completely safe. However, aviation accidents do happen. When they do, it is
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High Blood Pressure Med Causes Stomach Cancer
Almost 30% of Americans suffer from high blood pressure. Over 1 million experience a heart attack every year. This is why many turn to medications like valsartan to lower blood pressure. However, the FDA found a carcinogenic ingredient called NDMA in the medication. Now, experts are linking valsartan to stomach cancer. About Valsartan Manufactured by
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A Traumatic Birth Injury Changed Me Forever
A new mother recently opened up to Glamour magazine and shined a light on a seemingly foreign problem – a traumatic birth injury. Americans like to think that these injuries only occur in far off, third world countries. However, what happened to this mother is scarily common. As C-Sections and rushed births rise, more mothers
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1 in 6 Americans Become Ill from Contaminated Food
The rise of contaminated food creates a ripple effect on businesses, communities and the economy. Every year, 128,000 Americans need to seek hospitalization and 3,000 die from foodborne diseases. The cost is not only $15.5 billion annually in health bills but also thousands are left with a lifetime of complications. About Foodborne Illnesses Each year,
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HR's Role in Sexual Harassment
The rise of sexual harassment claims has exposed HR’s role in failing victims. Not only does the department not take claims seriously, but some HR retaliation against the employees happens to protect the powerful. Even though almost 94% of American companies have a sexual harassment policy, many companies do not follow it. About Sexual Harassment
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Back to School While Recovering from a Car Accident
Everyone is posting their happy Back to School photos of their children, but for those who have been in a car accident, he or she may be pretending to be happy. Sending kids back to school can be a challenge while recovering from an injury. Many cannot be as involved as they would like to
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Mesothelioma Widow Wins $2.38M Jury Verdict
A mesothelioma widow filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Union Carbide in June of 2011. The widow accused the chemical company of causing her husband’s malignant mesothelioma, which took his life. A New Jersey Appellate Court gave the go-ahead for the lawsuit saying that the company’s shipments of asbestos to the plant her worked were
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JUUL Addiction Isn't Your Fault
The company behind JUUL specifically targeted young adults and teens to get them addicted to vaping. Now, hundreds are becoming sick, dying or are becoming extremely addicted to these e-cigarettes. The executives are getting rich off of your illness. About Vaping Makers of electronic cigarettes (also known as e-cigarettes, e-cigs, and vaping products) design them
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