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politics1 year ago

"San Francisco's Shift: Welfare Drug Screening and Police Powers in a Conservative Turn"

San Francisco Mayor London Breed celebrated the passage of two ballot measures, Proposition E and Proposition F, which bolster police powers and require drug screening and treatment for welfare recipients suspected of drug use, signaling a rightward shift in the city's traditionally progressive politics. Critics argue that the measures fail to address the root causes of homelessness and addiction, while supporters believe they will improve public safety and provide necessary treatment. Breed's reelection campaign faces challenges from both moderate and progressive opponents as she navigates a middle path forward, emphasizing the need for change and touting recent successes in addressing the city's drug addiction crisis.

via Los Angeles Times|
#drug-screening#mayor-london-breed#police-powers
politics1 year ago

"San Francisco's Shift: Voters Approve Drug Screening and Reassess Progressive Values"

San Francisco voters approved measures requiring welfare recipients suspected of drug use to undergo screening and treatment, as well as easing restrictions on police oversight. The approvals were seen as wins for Mayor London Breed, who faces a tough re-election fight over concerns about her handling of crime. Critics argue the measures could exacerbate issues like homelessness and drug use, but supporters believe they will improve public safety. The success of the measures is seen as a positive step for Breed's campaign, although she still faces vulnerability due to perceived inaction on key issues.

via NBC News|
#drug-screening#mayor-london-breed#politics
politics1 year ago

San Francisco Voters Approve Law-and-Order Measures, Including Welfare Drug Screening

San Francisco voters passed law-and-order measures, including drug screening for welfare recipients and expanded police surveillance powers, with large margins. Mayor London Breed, who faces re-election, celebrated the results, emphasizing the need for changes in public safety. The measures were seen as a rebuke of progressive policies in the liberal city, with proponents aiming to address drug addiction and crime, while detractors expressed concerns about potential negative impacts. The move reflects a shift in public sentiment towards addressing crime and drug-related issues in San Francisco.

via Fox News|
#drug-screening#law-and-order#mayor-london-breed
cardiology2 years ago

High Prevalence of Recreational Drug Use in Cardiac Intensive Care Patients

A study conducted in France found that many recreational drug users who suffer acute cardiovascular events end up in cardiac intensive care units (ICUs) without disclosing their drug use. The study revealed that 11% of patients admitted for acute cardiovascular events had a positive drug screen, with cannabis being the most commonly used drug. Patients with positive drug screens had a higher risk of in-hospital major adverse events. The findings suggest the potential value of routine urine screening in selected patients with acute cardiovascular events to improve risk stratification in intensive cardiac care units. However, further research is needed to assess the prevalence of recreational drug use and its impact on clinical outcomes.

via Medpage Today|
#acute-cardiovascular-events#cardiology#drug-screening
science-and-technology2 years ago

"Unveiling the Intricate Electro-Metabolic Coupling in Human Cardiac Organoids"

Researchers have developed multi-chambered vascularized human cardiac organoids, which mimic the structure and function of the human heart. These organoids allow for the study of electro-metabolic coupling, providing insights into the metabolic processes involved in heart disease and drug screening. The development of these organoids could lead to advancements in personalized medicine and the development of targeted therapies for heart conditions.

via Nature.com|
#cardiac-organoids#drug-screening#heart-disease
health2 years ago

Fruit flies offer hope for rare genetic disease treatment.

The SynGAP Research Fund has awarded the University of Utah's Department of Human Genetics a $65,000 grant to run drug screens to determine whether any existing FDA-approved drugs have a positive impact when it comes to treating SynGAP-1, a rare genetic disease. The department is using fruit flies to screen drugs that could be used to treat patients with SynGAP-1. The amount of SynGAP-1 in fruit flies can be determined by looking at the shape and color of the fly's eye. The speed and accuracy with which the department is able to determine the efficacy of certain drugs is paramount.

via KSL.com|
#drug-screening#fruit-flies#genetic-disease
health2 years ago

New approach discovered for liver cancer treatment.

Scientists at the National Institutes of Health and Massachusetts General Hospital have discovered a potential new approach against liver cancer that could lead to the development of a new class of anticancer drugs. In a series of experiments in cells and mice, researchers found that an enzyme produced in liver cancer cells could convert a group of compounds into anticancer drugs, killing cells and reducing disease in animals. The researchers suggest that this enzyme could become a potential target for the development of new drugs against liver cancers, and perhaps other cancers and diseases as well.

via National Institutes of Health (.gov)|
#anticancer-drugs#drug-screening#enzyme