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Benefits of Practicing Empathy

Joan M. Cook, a trauma psychologist, has practiced 25 years of doing random acts of kindness, such as sharing compliments or bringing doughnuts to coworkers. She credits her kind nature to her grandfather, who also showed compassion to…

Rabies Outbreak at Petting Zoo

Three baby goats at Farm Adventures in Harmony, a North Carolina petting zoo, have tested positive for rabies, with a fourth believed to be infected. The animals were likely exposed to the virus by a skunk that entered their pen in late…

Narcan Nasal Spray Contract

The Government of Canada has awarded Emergent BioSolutions Inc. a standing offer to supply NARCAN Nasal Spray, an emergency treatment for opioid overdoses, through a competitive procurement process. This agreement will allow authorized…

Singapore Birth Rate Decline

Singapore's birthrate has plunged, with its total fertility rate dropping to an estimated number not specified in the article. The country's government, led by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, is investing $55,000 per baby in a new package to…

Teen Mental Health Struggles

Teenagers who experience "social jet lag" due to inconsistent sleep schedules are more likely to have anxiety problems. According to a study published in the journal Sleep Medicine Reviews, teenagers often stay up late on weekends and then…

Excessive Internet Use

A recent trend is causing concern, particularly among highly online, right-leaning men. According to the authors, a shift in how these individuals think and speak about women is on the rise. This change is part of a broader issue where…

Hospital Emergency Overwhelm

This summer's patient levels in Canadian emergency departments have reached unprecedented highs. In cities like Halifax, doctors are seeing a surge in patients, with some waiting for over 15 hours in the waiting room. This is unusual for…

Opioid Overdose Awareness Day

Emergent BioSolutions is reaffirming its commitment to raising awareness about opioid overdoses on International Overdose Awareness Day. The company is supporting various initiatives, including a campaign called "Ready to Rescue" that will…

Psychopathic Behavior Study

Abigail Marsh, a professor at Georgetown University's Department of Psychology and Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program, joined Yascha Mounk for a conversation about psychopathy, including its characteristics and potential warning signs…