Governor of South Dakota signs transgender athlete ban in women’s sports
Governor Kristi Noem, the governor of South Dakota, has signed a ban on transgender athletes in that state into law. This state law is now the 10th of its kind in the nation. It’s the first of this year. The controversy surrounding transgender athletes started with a case at the University of Pennsylvania. The student in question competed for three years on the University’s men’s swim team before announcing he wanted to live as a woman. Following this announcement and a medical procedure, the student was allowed by the school to compete on the women’s swim team. The student has been dominating the women’s swim category for the past year. Other competitors including the student’s teammates have filed complaints, and written open letters to the NCAA. The athletes want a fair advantage and say competing against a biological male is wrong in women’s sports. Governor Noem says she wants women’s sports to be fair for biological women in South Dakota. Several states have been sued over banning transgender athletes in women’s sports. The NCAA recently updated its policy due to the controversy to allow each governing body of a sport to make its own decision.
Companies push for covid shots for children under 5 years old
Two companies are requesting approval to administer the covid shot to small children under the age of 5. BioNTech SE and Pfizer applied at the request of the FDA for approval to administer the shot to children ages 4 and under. Some of the company’s clinical trials administered the shot to children as young as six months old. The companies according to reports have not met the trial requirements but have still submitted their results for approval. Supporters claim this will ease concerns of parents dealing with closures of daycares and preschools due to covid outbreaks. Medical experts involved in the study trials say the dosage would be only two shots instead of the recommended three possibly four shots for adults. Critics believe a covid shot is not needed for children because they are the lowest in ranking of covid cases as far as illnesses or deaths. Opponents of young children receiving covid shots are concerned about long term side effects in children based on side effects already being reported in teens and adults.
Israeli citizens/Pro Israel groups congratulate Nobel Peace Prize Nominees
Former and current officials for the nation of Israel are congratulating the founder of a pro-Israel organization for a recent nomination. Mike Evans, founder of Friends of Zion Museum located in Jerusalem has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. Evans was nominated for his work combating Antisemitism. Evans called the nomination an honor and says the work he is doing is greater than himself. Mr. Evans was also praised for his work by colleagues. The nomination was featured on several Pro-Israel and Jewish news sites and social media. In addition to the museum and his work against Antisemitism, Evans created the Friends of Zion award. The award is given to world leaders who support Israel. Two US Presidents: George Bush and Donald Trump have each received the award. Former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Mike Evans a fighter for freedom in a world of darkening and narrowing horizons. He also praised Evans for his devotion to Israel.
SNBC Health report: The health benefits of fish oil and vitamin D
According to reports Vitamin D and fish oil are beneficial to the body as we age. The supplements according to research help protect aging adults from autoimmune disorders (arthritis, psoriasis, thyroid issues, and inflammation issues.) These supplements also help with preventing muscle pain and stiffness. During the study researchers also found a link between the amount of omega 3 fatty acids consumed and the prevention of autoimmune disorders, though the data is still being acquired concerning this analysis. Vitamin D and fish oil are still beneficial in other ways. Vitamin D is known as the sunshine vitamin and can be acquired from the sun in addition to other sources such as some vegetables and milk. It is beneficial to bone health, fights against respiratory infections, and assists the immune system. Fish oil is beneficial to the heart, cognitive skills and helps boost immunity. If you do not acquire these nutrients naturally through food, when purchasing supplements be sure to purchase the best quality supplement when possible or speak with a trusted healthcare professional on what is the best option to acquire these nutrients.