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Rise and shine, another busy day is on the way. And it feels particularly busy. Between the pandemic and protests on this side of the pond, the world seems to be spinning a bit faster than usual, yes? For many, this can make it harder to go about your usual routines, but do your best. Grab a cup of stimulation and dig into a few tidbits we have assembled for you. Meanwhile, we hope today brings better things. …

One of the most widely prescribed antidepressants in the U.S. has fallen into short supply, as demand increases due to mental health strains caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, Bloomberg News notes. Late last week, the Food and Drug Administration added Zoloft, which is sold under the generic name sertraline and was first approved in the U.S. in 1991, to its list of drugs in shortage. The tablet is used to treat a range of conditions, including depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

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