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Governor Meyer Orders Flags Lowered for Overdose Awareness Month in Delaware

Governor Meyer Orders Flags Lowered for Overdose Awareness Month in Delaware

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer has issued an order for all state flags at government buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff. This directive is in observance of Overdose Awareness Month and International Overdose Awareness Day, which falls on August 31. Governor Meyer emphasized that this gesture serves as a remembrance for individuals lost to overdose, acknowledging the profound impact on families and communities. He stated that the lowering of the flag signifies that these lives mattered and that the state stands in solidarity with those affected by the crisis. The order for flags to be at half-staff began on August 31 and will conclude at noon on September 1.
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Mangoes sold at Walmart stores in these states recalled

Mangoes sold at Walmart stores in these states recalled

Federal officials say the fruit was recalled due to potential salmonella contamination. Here are the states where the mangoes were sold.
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Behavioral Health Group Seeks VP to Expand Opioid Treatment Partnerships

Behavioral Health Group Seeks VP to Expand Opioid Treatment Partnerships

Behavioral Health Group (BHG), described as the nation's largest network of Joint Commission-accredited opioid treatment centers, is actively seeking a Vice President, Strategic Partnerships & Business Development. This senior individual contributor role aims to forge high-impact relationships with health systems, hospital networks, emergency departments, behavioral health organizations, and other major healthcare partners. The primary objective is to expand access to treatment for opioid use disorder and substance use disorder, positioning BHG as a preferred referral partner. The role involves developing relationships with C-suite executives and clinical leaders, identifying opportunities for referral pathways, and negotiating partnerships to drive measurable patient growth and admissions across BHG's markets in 22 states. The successful candidate will be responsible for building strategy, developing a pipeline of enterprise partnership opportunities, and translating these relationships into increased pat...
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Possible measles exposure in Buncombe, Henderson counties. See locations

Possible measles exposure in Buncombe, Henderson counties. See locations

State health department reports two possible areas for measle exposure in Western North Carolina. Plus numbers on measles cases in NC this year, more.
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New York Produce Company Recalls Mangoes from Walmart Stores Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination

New York Produce Company Recalls Mangoes from Walmart Stores Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination

Panorama Produce, a New York-based company, has issued a recall for 302 boxes of Martina-brand mangoes sold at select Walmart stores in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. The recall was initiated due to potential salmonella contamination. The affected mangoes were distributed between August 10 and August 21. While no illnesses have been reported in connection with this specific recall, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stated that sampling found salmonella in mangoes from the same farm. Although the mangoes that tested positive did not enter U.S. commerce, the recalled fruit originated from the same source. Consumers can identify the recalled mangoes by their Martina-branded boxes and individual fruit stickers with "Produce of Mexico," PLU 4584, and UPC 07503061948050.
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U.S. Experiences Record Tick-Bite Emergency Room Visits Amid Expanding Tick Activity

U.S. Experiences Record Tick-Bite Emergency Room Visits Amid Expanding Tick Activity

The United States has seen a significant increase in tick-bite-related emergency department visits this year, with August recording the highest rate since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) began tracking data in 2017. As of August 23, there were 34 tick-bite visits for every 100,000 emergency department visits nationwide, following a record-setting April. This trend is particularly pronounced in Pennsylvania, where blacklegged ticks, also known as deer ticks, are present in all 67 counties, and health officials have noted an increase in tick-bite-related emergency department visits across nearly all regions. Ticks are most active from April through August and again in October and November, remaining active during winter whenever temperatures rise above freezing. The geographic risk of tick-borne diseases is also expanding, with a recent CDC report identifying blacklegged ticks and disease-causing pathogens in western North Carolina, indicating the establishment of Lyme disease in parts o...
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U.S. Data Centers Face Doubling Energy Consumption by 2028 Amid AI Boom

U.S. Data Centers Face Doubling Energy Consumption by 2028 Amid AI Boom

U.S. data centers consumed approximately 176 terawatt-hours (TWh) of energy in 2023, accounting for about 4.4% of the nation's total electricity use, according to a report by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Projections indicate that data center energy consumption could double or triple by 2028, primarily driven by the increasing energy demands of Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure. The International Energy Agency (IEA) forecasts that global data center electricity consumption will rise from 447 TWh in 2025 to over 1,200 TWh by 2030, with AI-focused data centers experiencing even faster growth, potentially tripling their electricity consumption between 2025 and 2030. This surge in demand is attributed to AI infrastructure consuming significantly more energy and computing resources than traditional IT systems, as neural networks require billions of operations for a single response. A single advanced server rack in a data center could demand as much power as 65 households by 2027. Nearly half ...
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Sen. Chris Murphy and Rep. Chris Deluzio Push Bipartisan Bill to Restrict Private Equity in Youth Sports

Sen. Chris Murphy and Rep. Chris Deluzio Push Bipartisan Bill to Restrict Private Equity in Youth Sports

Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Representative Chris Deluzio (D-Pa.) are advocating for a bill designed to limit private equity investments in youth sports. The initiative, which currently has Democratic co-sponsors, aims to address the rising costs associated with youth sports, which many parents find unsustainable. Senator Murphy expressed confidence that the bill could garner bipartisan support in the next Congress, drawing parallels to the bipartisan opposition against AI data centers. He noted that the increasing 'professionalization' of youth sports, driven in part by private equity, is leading to higher expenses for families, pushing young athletes towards pricier options outside traditional recreational leagues. While private youth sports organizations argue that private equity enables investments in facilities like ice rinks, critics contend that it inflates costs, making participation less accessible for many families.
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Allied Universal Seeks Surveillance Investigators for Insurance Claims in Reading, Pennsylvania

Allied Universal Seeks Surveillance Investigators for Insurance Claims in Reading, Pennsylvania

Allied Universal Seeks Surveillance Investigators for Insurance Claims in Reading, Pennsylvania
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MLBPA Supports Ban on Personalized VIP Marketing by Sportsbooks Amidst Bryce Harper Video Controversy

MLBPA Supports Ban on Personalized VIP Marketing by Sportsbooks Amidst Bryce Harper Video Controversy

MLBPA Supports Ban on Personalized VIP Marketing by Sportsbooks Amidst Bryce Harper Video Controversy
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3 states battling new measles outbreaks. What to know

3 states battling new measles outbreaks. What to know

Measles outbreaks are growing across the US during the nation's worst year for cases in decades. Here's what health officials want you to know.
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Hamilton West Side faces Japan in LLWS third-place game | Live

Hamilton West Side faces Japan in LLWS third-place game | Live

Hamilton West Side could secure its best finish at the Little League World Series by beating Japan. Follow along for live third-place game updates.