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Japan Alerts Residents as Tsunami Follows Earthquake Near Torishima
Japan issued a tsunami advisory on Tuesday for residents of the Izu and Ogasawara Islands following a 5.9 magnitude earthquake that struck in the Pacific Ocean near the uninhabited island of Torishima. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reported no significant tremors from the quake, which occurred around 600 kilometers (370 miles) south of Tokyo along a chain of islands. A…
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Canberra Pharmacists to Trial Prescriptions for Minor Skin Conditions
Canberra, Australia: Canberra residents with minor skin conditions may soon be able to seek treatment directly from pharmacists, alleviating pressure on GPs and emergency departments. This one-year trial program follows a similar initiative launched in New South Wales, which empowers pharmacists to diagnose and treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) and provide repeat prescriptions for birth control pills. Specific details regarding…
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