Harm reduction gains traction, but vaping still a blind spot for many
With Canada’s opioid crisis leading to a tragic uptick in overdose deaths, momentum is now building among policymakers and public health experts alike to double […]
Month: October 2021
UK regulator fines Facebook £50 million for breaking competition rules
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has fined Facebook £50.5 million ($70 million) after accusing the digital giant of deliberately breaking competition rules. Facebook […]
How the rise of “ultra-processed” food consumption is affecting our health
It’s well known that what we eat can impact every aspect of our health. A healthy diet can provide protection against chronic diseases, help the […]
Amazon drivers start legal action over employment rights
During the Covid-19 pandemic, Amazon capitalized on a huge surge in demand for online shopping. In fact, the e-commerce giant reported sales rising 84% in […]
Social media companies face fines under Ofcom measures to protect users
Social media, and particularly video-sharing platforms, have soared in popularity in the last few years. In fact, globally, research shows that video traffic now makes […]
A rising number of e-scooter and hoverboard-related injuries are being reported
“Micro mobility” products, such as e-scooters, e-bikes, and hoverboards, have been getting more popular since 2017. However, this has resulted in an increasing number of […]
Apple Pay contactless hack poses a risk to consumers
Over 383 million people now use Apple Pay as a form of payment. However, researchers have found a hack on Apple Pay when using Visa […]
The new COVID-19 treatment that could reduce the risk of hospitalization
Merck has just announced its new oral COVID-19 treatment, which is designed to reduce the risk of hospitalization and death. If approved, it plans to […]