California’s surgeon general has launched an initiative to reduce maternal mortality by half by December 2026, citing that over 80% of such deaths are preventable nationwide. While California currently has a lower rate of maternal deaths compared to the U.S., there has been a resurgence in recent years, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. State officials are committed to improving maternal health outcomes and maintaining the state’s status as having the lowest maternal mortality rate in the country.
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Critics accuse Georgia sheriff of silencing them on social media in lawsuit
Three Georgia residents are suing Cobb County Sheriff Craig Owens for allegedly violating their free speech rights by silencing their critical opinions on Facebook after a viral incident involving a botched Burger King order. The plaintiffs had been publicly criticizing Owens, who called deputies to the fast-food restaurant in March 2023. Owens then implemented restrictions on who can post comments on the Sheriff's Office Facebook page, leading to the lawsuit seeking a declaration of Owens'...
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