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New York assigns $1 million for sex worker health care
Empire State Republicans have condemned the move, saying it will encourage an illegal industry.
The New York Department of Health has allocated $1 million over two years in public funds to a pilot "sex worker health" program that critics have suggested may be the beginning of an effort to decriminalize prostitution in the Empire State.
The plan would provide New York City sex workers with sexual and behavioral health care, as well as primary and dental care, the New York Post reported. The program has not received approval from the legislature and is an administration initiative.
Empire State Republicans have condemned the move.
Republican state Rep. Sam Pirozzolo, who represents Staten Island, fumed at the plan, according to the Post, saying "[t]he Democrats in New York are pushing everything that is antithetical to the norms of society … What are they going to have, a prostitution card? This is a 100 percent step in the direction to decriminalize prostitution."
The state Department of Health told the Post that it "remains committed to providing affirming, compassionate support and quality services to all residents without stigma and discrimination. Access to comprehensive sexual health services improves the quality of life for everyone."
Earlier this year, Democratic lawmakers introduced a measure to decriminalize, but not legalize, sex work in the state, Spectrum News reported.
https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/new-york-assigns-1-million-sex-worker-health-care
Grammy-Winning Singer Tori Kelly Rushed to Hospital After Passing Out – Doctor Finds Severe Blood Clots
Award-winning singer-songwriter Tori Kelly was rushed to Cedars-Sinai Hospital on Sunday night after she collapsed during a dinner outing with friends, TMZ reported.
Doctors have since discovered severe blood clots in her body, raising fears and concerns for her health. A source close to the situation has told TMZ that the situation is “really serious.”
Kelly, who has enjoyed a highly successful career in the music industry and won Grammy awards in 2019 for Best Gospel Album and Best Gospel Performance/Song, was reportedly enjoying a Sunday evening meal with friends in downtown Los Angeles when the incident occurred.
According to sources, Kelly’s heart began beating at an abnormally rapid rate, leading to her collapse. Eyewitnesses stated that Kelly was unconscious for a while.
Friends, alarmed by her condition, opted to immediately drive her to Cedars-Sinai, which is renowned for its state-of-the-art medical facilities and care, rather than wait for an ambulance.
“We’re told Tori’s getting care in the ICU, doctors have discovered clots in Tori’s legs and her lungs … and are still working to determine if any clots are around her heart. The singer’s been in and out of consciousness during her hospitalization,” according to TMZ.
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2023/07/grammy-winning-singer-tori-kelly-rushed-hospital-after/