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New LawAtlas data show widespread preemption efforts by US states in policy domains that could improve health

Across the US, states are increasingly using preemption to stymie local advancement of public health policy strategies, according to updated data released today to LawAtlas.org by the Center for Public Health Law Research and the National League of Cities with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The updated data capture state preemption of local […]

Pet Care

ASPCA Coronavirus Relief Efforts Begin in NYC Communities

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ASPCA launched a $5 million relief and recovery initiative to support animal welfare organizations and pet parents impacted by the coronavirus. Part of that initiative is the setup of pet food distribution centers in four cities—New York City, Los Angeles, Miami and Asheville, North Carolina—and this past weekend, we launched […]

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Mouthwash could be undoing your efforts in the gym, says study

Anti-bacterial mouthwash could be having an impact on more than just your oral health, according to a new study. The research has some surprising results, specifically relating to mouthwash reducing one of the positive effects of exercise – lowered blood pressure. Scientists from the UK and Spain led the experiment which asked 23 healthy adults […]

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Efforts to minimize painkillers after surgery appear to be working

The opioid epidemic has been wreaking misery and death across the nation for years. In 2017 alone, opioid overdoses killed more than 47,000 people – 10,000 more deaths than were caused by traffic accidents that year. For many people who abuse opioids, the problem begins with opioid prescriptions from their doctors for pain relief. Government […]

Pet Care

ASPCA Rescue Efforts Continue in the Aftermath of Florence

The crisis caused by Hurricane Florence continues for animals and pet owners in affected communities who are coping with family separations and dangerous conditions. We remain on the ground at the request of emergency management agencies to help stranded and displaced animals following the devastation and severe flooding caused by the storm. The following video […]