HEALTH RISKS

Sep 13 2024HEALTH

"Mind the Gap: The Hidden Risks of ADHD Meds"

The world of ADHD medication has long been shrouded in controversy, with many critics arguing that the benefits often outweigh the risks. However, a new study published in The American Journal of Psychiatry suggests that high doses of prescription amphetamines like Adderall and Vyvanse may be linked

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

Valley Fever: More Than Just a Dust Devil?

Nearly 20 cases of Valley fever popped up after a California music festival, prompting health officials to sound the alarm about this fungal infection. Dr. Tomás Aragón, the California Department of Public Health director, is urging Californians to be on the lookout for symptoms like a lingering cou

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

Salmonella Scramble: Are Your Eggs Safe?

Wisconsin health officials have issued a major recall of eggs after a salmonella outbreak sickened 65 people across nine states. The outbreak is linked to a farm in Wisconsin, where eggs were distributed to stores and restaurants in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. The recall affects all types of

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Sep 06 2024HEALTH

Is Light Pollution Blinding Us to the Dangers of Alzheimer's?

In a world where cities shine brighter than ever before, new research suggests our obsession with illuminating the night may be casting an ominous shadow over our mental health. A recent study by scientists at Rush University Medical Center found that states with the highest levels of artificial lig

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Aug 28 2024HEALTH

Oropouche Virus Unleashed: The Unseen Perils of Sloth Fever and Wanderlust

Imagine a world where the laid-back, seemingly harmless sloth becomes an agent of insidious disease. This is no fantasy tale, but a stark reality we must confront. The Oropouche virus, a dangerous pathogen, has been linked to these slow-moving creatures, and its reach is expanding through travel.

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