Three things for October 11
1. Health Officials issue new guidelines amid vaping crisis
In the wake of recent bans on flavored e-cigarette products, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other health officials are developing a new set of guidelines for the health industries.
The new guidelines will prompt physicians to ask patients about their vaping history during both routine check-ups and with signs of respiratory infection.
With this new protocol in place, the CDC believes doctors can better diagnose patients suffering from vaping-related injuries.
2. Blizzard faces scrutiny after barring player for political comment
Popular gaming company Blizzard is under fire after stripping gamer Chung Ng Wai of his prize money and placing him under a one-year ban.
The punishment comes shortly after Wai shouted “Liberate Hong Kong, revolution of our age” during a post-match interview at a Blizzard-sponsored tournament in Taiwan.
In response to the company’s decision, Blizzard employees staged a walkout protest and defaced a statue located outside of the company headquarters.
The gaming community continues to show support for Wai by boycotting popular Blizzard games.
3. Sesame Street introduces new character to address the rising opioid crisis
Karli, Sesame Street’s newest addition to the show, is giving a voice to children whose parents are struggling with addiction.
The popular children’s show is no stranger to taking on the tougher conversations of life. According to the creators, they wanted to tackle this issue after finding out over 5.7 million children under the age of 11 have parents who suffer from substance abuse.
“There is nothing else out there that addresses substance abuse for young, young kids from their perspective,” said Kama Einhorn, senior content manager for Sesame Workshop.
This character is here to provide support for children and parents who are struggling with addiction through open and honest communication.
