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Edition #205 · Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 1640 positive stories
Environment & Climate

What We’re Reading: An 80-Cent Plastic Bag Is Saving Mothers’ Lives

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An 80-cent plastic bag is being used to help save mothers' lives in African maternity wards by making it easier for healthcare workers to track blood loss.

Why it's good news: It highlights a simple and effective solution that can be implemented at a low cost, potentially saving countless lives.

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