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Comparison highlights differences between Xanax and Gabapentin in treating various forms of anxiety

Xanax (alprazolam) and Gabapentin are two medications that may be prescribed for anxiety, but they function differently and have distinct uses and risks.


Gabapentin withdrawal requires gradual tapering under medical supervision

Gabapentin, a medication approved for epilepsy and nerve pain, is also prescribed off-label for conditions such as anxiety and sleep disorders.


How long gabapentin takes to work depends on dosage and individual response

Gabapentin, a prescription medication classified as an anticonvulsant, is commonly used to treat epilepsy and nerve pain.


Grubhub partners with Red Card Athletics to expand meal plan options for student athletes

Grubhub and Red Card Athletics have launched a partnership aimed at making it easier for student athletes to use their Red Card funds at dietitian-approved restaurants through the Grubhub platform.


Amazon MGM Studios announces nine new films coming to theaters and Prime Video fall 2025

Amazon MGM Studios and Prime Video have announced a slate of nine films set for release in fall 2025, including both theatrical premieres and streaming exclusives.


The Girlfriend’ starring Robin Wright now streaming exclusively on Prime Video

Robin Wright stars in the psychological thriller "The Girlfriend," now available for streaming on Prime Video.


Amazon executive on workplace safety: ​We 'share ideas and act on employee feedback to make their sites even safer'

Sarah C. Rhoads, Vice President of Global Workplace Health and Safety at Amazon, said that Associate Safety Committees play a central role in strengthening workplace safety and employee engagement.


Amazon says AWS Trainium chip is powering the next wave of generative AI

Amazon has announced that its AWS Trainium chip, designed with a system-first approach, is driving the next wave of generative artificial intelligence (AI) by performing trillions of calculations per second across interconnected data center servers.


Amazon says North Sea Farmers completed world’s first sugar kelp harvest between offshore wind turbines

Amazon has announced that North Sea Farmers have completed the world's first sugar kelp harvest grown between offshore wind turbines at Hollandse Kust Zuid.


Amazon says Firstlight is using AWS generative AI to expand education access worldwide

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced that Firstlight, an educational content management platform based in the Philippines, is utilizing AWS's generative artificial intelligence (AI) to expedite the creation of multimedia learning content and...


Amazon invests $1 billion to raise wages and cut health care costs for U.S. employees

Amazon has announced a $1 billion investment aimed at increasing wages and reducing health care costs for its U.S. fulfillment and transportation employees.


Amazon delivery station manager: 'We believe that when we work together, we can deliver smiles both inside and outside our operations'

Hazem Shazly, the delivery station manager at Amazon, emphasized the importance of teamwork in enabling the company to deliver a positive impact beyond its operations.


Assemblyman Berman: SB 371 'is a huge deal for hundreds of thousands of California workers'

Marc Berman, an assembly member of the California State Assembly, said that the passage of AB 1340 and SB 371 will provide rideshare drivers with a stronger voice in shaping the gig economy while improving affordability for Californians.


How to stream ‘Every Minute Counts’ Season 2 now available on Prime Video

Season 2 of "Every Minute Counts" is now available for streaming on Prime Video, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the events it depicts.


Amazon details progress on affordable housing investments and community programs across Puget Sound

Amazon has announced it has reached a milestone of creating or preserving more than 10,000 affordable homes in the Puget Sound region.


Prime Video reveals full ‘Thursday Night Football’ broadcast team lineup for 2025

Prime Video has announced its broadcast team for the 2025 season of "Thursday Night Football," featuring a mix of experienced announcers, former NFL players, and production professionals.


Amazon delivers over 50 million meals through expanded home delivery program

Amazon has reported that it has delivered more than 50 million meals to over 200,000 families experiencing food insecurity in the United States and the United Kingdom since 2020.


Assembly Speaker Rivas on SB 371: 'Hundreds of thousands of gig workers are headed toward better pay'

Robert Rivas, Speaker of the California State Assembly, said that SB 371 ensures higher pay for gig workers while making Uber and Lyft rides more affordable for Californians.


Amazon CEO highlights partnership with independent sellers at Accelerate conference

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy opened the annual Accelerate conference in Seattle, emphasizing the importance of both consumers and independent sellers to the company.


Douglas County Board of Commissioners chair: Amazon investment 'will empower businesses here and worldwide'

Dr. Romona Jackson Jones, Chairman of the Douglas County Board of Commissioners, announced that Amazon Web Services' (AWS) expansion in Georgia will create high-tech jobs and foster innovation in the region.