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Medical marijuana research shackled by politics?

Pacific Standard Time — Sunday, August 12, 2012

Medical marijuana research shackled by politics?: PHOENIX -- As we prepare to watch nearly 100 medical marijuana dispensaries open across the state, efforts to expand the list of conditions eligible for cannabis keep hitting obstacles. Dr. Sue Sisley is an advocate for medical marijuana. "This drug ...

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School Hate Crime: Racist Kid Yells “N Word” While Attacking Black Girl, Breaks Her Nose ...

Pacific Standard Time — Thursday, November 30, 2023

... racism within their halls. The incident at Shawnee Mission East is not an isolated one. Students report a history of racism at the school, often ... View article...

South Africa not living up to Nelson Mandela's legacy, grandson says

Pacific Standard Time — Tuesday, December 05, 2023

In the decade since his death, poverty, racial inequality , crime and unemployment have increased in the rainbow nation. View article...

Liberal economic update vows fight against “environmental racism”

Pacific Standard Time — Thursday, November 23, 2023

“Environmental racism ” is a concept promoted by climate activists, who argue that climate change and carbon dioxide pollution disproportionately ... View article...

Black Women Bear the Brunt of Racism's Effect on Hypertension Risk

Pacific Standard Time — Thursday, November 30, 2023

Racism increases hypertension risk, data shows, a phenomenon more keenly felt by Black women with higher educational attainment. how education impacts ... View article...

Our new report issues recommendations to tackle diabetes inequality in the UK

Pacific Standard Time — Wednesday, November 22, 2023

The 'Tackling Inequality Commission Report' has been informed by the experiences of more than 100 people living with diabetes across the UK. View article...

Who is George Santos? Where does he stand on LGBTQ issues?

Pacific Standard Time — Thursday, November 23, 2023

Where does he stand on LGBTQ issues? The scandal-ridden New Yorker is a typical Republican when it comes to his anti-LGBTQ+ beliefs. View article...

Black and Hispanic patients experiencing insults in healthcare settings

Pacific Standard Time — Thursday, December 07, 2023

Racism and discrimination is unfortunately still a common occurrence in many settings, including in healthcare. A new KFF survey shows that many ... View article...

We must pay attention to environmental racism for unified solutions to the climate crisis

Pacific Standard Time — Tuesday, November 21, 2023

One part of Canada's racist legislature with colonial roots is the Indian Act, which serves as the basis of environmental racism that impacts ... View article...

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South Africa not living up to Nelson Mandela's legacy, grandson says

Pacific Standard Time — Tuesday, December 05, 2023

In the decade since his death, poverty, racial inequality , crime and unemployment have increased in the rainbow nation. View article...

Black and Hispanic patients experiencing insults in healthcare settings

Pacific Standard Time — Thursday, December 07, 2023

Racism and discrimination is unfortunately still a common occurrence in many settings, including in healthcare. A new KFF survey shows that many ... View article...

People of Color Face Racism, Worst Outcomes in Healthcare

Pacific Standard Time — Thursday, December 07, 2023

"When we look at experiences with healthcare, we see the impact of racism and discrimination even before individuals get to the doctor's office," ... View article...

Several Tampa Bay Rays players decline to wear LGBTQ logos on uniforms for Pride Night ...

Pacific Standard Time — Wednesday, December 06, 2023

Several MLB players refused to wear LGBT logo on uniform, citing religious reasons. Several Tampa Bay Rays players decline to wear LGBTQ logos on ... View article...

How gender inequality, violence perpetuate poverty

Pacific Standard Time — Wednesday, December 06, 2023

The UN Women Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mrs. Beatrice Eyong, has said gender inequality , gender violence if not addressed can lead to ... View article...

How America racked up a $1 trillion credit card bill

Pacific Standard Time — Thursday, December 07, 2023

Americans have accumulated a record-breaking $1 trillion in credit card debt. As consumer pockets continue to feel the pinch from high inflation. View article...

New climate and tax taskforce must make rich polluters pay

Pacific Standard Time — Monday, December 04, 2023

That's where the money is —and this is what is needed to help stop the runaway inequality that is fueling climate breakdown. “Nearly half a ... View article...

Index ranks top US employers for pay, job growth

Pacific Standard Time — Monday, December 04, 2023

Stimulus programs staved off income inequality in 2020, report finds · 1) Coca-Cola · 2) J.M. Smucker · 3) W.W. Grainger · 4) PNC Financial Services Group. View article...

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