State of Texas sues makers of Tylenol
The state of Texas has sued Johnson and Johnson, the parent company of Tylenol. The lawsuit stems from recent information released by the Trump Administration. President Trump along with the Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert Kennedy announced the department would be investigating links between autism and acetaminophen a main ingredient in Tylenol. According to the information, the President and Mr. Kennedy relayed their suspicions during a news conference. Both men believe due to research current and ongoing that there is a link between Tylenol and autism if the medicine is taken by pregnant mothers. The link according to scientists is not proven. The information caused a stir in both the science community and those who support that there is a link. Representatives called the accusations false. The attorney general for the state of Texas has filed a lawsuit against that company. In the lawsuit Ken Paxton accuses the company of ignoring and trying to silence suspicions about Tylenol and links to autism. Representatives for the parent company of Tylenol say they vehemently deny the claims and will viciously defend the product during this lawsuit.
Pressure on Nigerian government continues as Christians are persecuted
President Trump made headlines this week for his strong stance on a recent persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Nigeria has been in the midst of growing turmoil following the rising persecution of Christians in that nation. The president recently announced that he will take drastic measures to protect Christians in Nigeria. The nation’s government has seen rising pressure from around the world after reports of persecution against Christians in remote areas of the country. Reports of persecutions, Christians being killed, and homes and churches being burned has caused an outcry from Christians around the world to stop the bloodshed. President Trump is now threatening to send the U.S. military to intervene. The Nigerian government initially denied the rise in persecution, but now say they would welcome U.S. intervention to stop the persecution of Christians. Several humans’ rights groups report thousands of Christians have been killed in Nigeria this year, but the exact number is unknown.
Pro-life groups cry foul after generic abortion pill approved
Pro-life groups are criticizing the FDA for approving another version of an abortion pill here in the U.S. The Food and Drug Administration recently approved a generic form of mifepristone, a pill that is used in chemical abortions. The generic pill was recently approved and is a cheaper version of the name brand drug. Critics say this pill was quietly approved without an announcement and that action is a betrayal to the pro-life movement by the Trump Administration. Previously Robert Kennedy Jr. had promised to investigate mifepristone following several cases of patients who have died after taking the controversial pill. Many died from various issues including, sepsis, infections, and hemorrhaging. A spokesperson for the FDA says that applications must be considered if a company presents safety and effectiveness of the product, and that approval does not mean the HHS endorses the use of the product. The spokesperson added that the studies on the adverse reactions to mifepristone will continue.
SNBC Health report: Researchers continue to report on the benefits of olive oil
Olive oil is right in mono-saturated fats including omega 6 and omega 3 fatty acids. It contains a large amount of antioxidants, which is beneficial to the heart. Olive oil also assists in the prevention of anti-inflammatory issues in the body. In addition to heart health, it prevents blood clots and bleeding, helps with cognitive and brain health, and may help reduce type 2 diabetes. It also contains antibacterial properties and helps protect the body against rheumatoid arthritis. Olive oil can be purchased in the U.S. year-round.