HEALTH RISKS

Feb 13 2025HEALTH

Heart Trouble and Homelessness: A Deadly Mix

Homelessness is tough. It's not just about not having a place to live. It's also about facing huge health risks. One big problem is heart disease. This is especially true for people who are homeless and over 50. Their hearts age faster than others. This is because of the stress, bad living condition

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Feb 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

Breathe Easy: How to Fight Air Pollution

Did you know that almost everyone on Earth is exposed to harmful air at some point? Nearly 99% of us are breathing in air that doesn't meet the clean air standards set by the World Health Organization. That's right, even when the sky looks clear, the air might not be safe. This isn't just something

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Weight Loss Shots: A Growing Concern for Eye Health

A growing number of people have been reporting severe eye issues after using popular weight loss injections Ozempic and Mounjaro. These drugs, known for their effectiveness in helping people shed pounds, have now been linked to conditions like nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy or NAION

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Feb 09 2025HEALTH

Donut Dilemma: A Double-Edged Recall

Over two million donut cases were taken off shelves in a major recall across the United States and Canada. A wave of concern stirred from reports of potential listeria contamination. The FDA identified the problem and took immediate action to prevent further spread. All products produced before Dece

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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

Peak Pollution Periods Linked to Stroke Cases

Recently, a study in Taiwan looked at how tiny bits of metal in the air might affect how many people visit the emergency room for stroke issues. Did you know that PM 2. 5 is a type of air pollution that is tiny and can get deep into your lungs? These small particles can be created by burning fuel

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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

Dont Use Fake Tanning

In many places, people are fond of using tanning beds. Some don't realize they can be harmful. These beds emit UV rays. These can damage your skin just like the sun can. You are more likely to get cancer if you use tanning beds. A group of researchers recently uncovered some disturbing facts. The

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Feb 01 2025HEALTH

Alcohol and Cancer: Is there such a thing as “safer” drinking habits?

Alcohol is in the news recently. There is a concern about the connection between alcohol and cancer. The big concern is that some people may not have the full picture. Knowing the facts can help people make better choices for their health. It is reported that In 1942 when Finland was fighti

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Feb 01 2025WEATHER

Shoveling Required: Winter Snowstorm is headed this way!

It's going to be a big one. A massive winter storm is headed towards 14 states and could drop up to 4 feet of snow in some spots. The weather experts had already put out warnings, so get ready. It is not just about the snow. People who are sensitive to cold temperature should be extra careful.

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Jan 30 2025HEALTH

Black Plastic Kitchen Tools: The Controversy Unfolds

Scientists have recently discovered that black plastic utensils have been a hot topic for discussion. People were advised to avoid these common kitchen items after a study revealed high amounts of harmful chemicals. The study looked into 203 household products made from black plastic. Of these, 85%

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Jan 29 2025HEALTH

TB on the Rise: Kansas Faces Major Outbreak

For a long time, tuberculosis (TB) cases in the US have been on a steady decline. But now, Kansas is seeing a significant surge in new cases, making it one of the largest outbreaks since the 1950s. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) reported 110 active TB cases and 632 latent cas

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