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Public health
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

California man arrested after 86 nitrous oxide canisters are found in Maserati he was driving

A 39-year-old driver was cited after officers found and seized 86 nitrous oxide canisters in a Maserati; possession and use are misdemeanors in California.
Medicine
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

The rise of beauty tourism

Social media-driven beauty ideals and celebrity influence are driving a global rise in cosmetic surgery and beauty tourism, often with significant health risks.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
2 weeks ago

EPA plans to SPREAD CANCER by reapproving deadly DICAMBA HERBICIDE that the Fed Courts already banned twice

EPA plans to reapprove dicamba, a drifting herbicide linked to health and environmental harms, despite previous federal court bans and mounting public concern.
Food & drink
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

How Did Walmart Frozen Shrimp Became Contaminated With Radioactive Material?

Frozen shrimp under Walmart's 'Great Value' brand was recalled due to potential radioactive Cesium-137 contamination.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Young vape users three times as likely to start smoking, study finds

Young people who vape are three times as likely to start smoking, develop asthma and have poor mental health as those who do not. The study indicates consistent links between vaping and future smoking among youth.
Public health
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Are marathons and extreme running linked to colon cancer?

Marathon and ultramarathon runners have a higher rate of precancerous growths than the general population.
#tanning
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Everyone's talking about: Tanning accelerators - the answer to a safe tan or just marketing bluster?

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Everyone's talking about: Tanning accelerators - the answer to a safe tan or just marketing bluster?

US politics
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Insider blows lid on cover-up scandal at military bases across America

The U.S. government allegedly covered up severe health risks from hazardous radiation exposure at military bases, according to an Air Force veteran.
#alcohol-consumption
Digital life
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

Tainted Supplements, Troubled Transactions: Social Commerce Dangers

Influencers drive consumer purchases of unapproved health and beauty products, posing risks to both consumers and payment providers.
US news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Laos methanol poisoning survivor describes kaleidoscopic light' before going blind

Mass methanol poisoning in Laos left a British man blind and resulted in six deaths among tourists.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

My Doctor Was Worried I Could Lose Consciousness or Have a Seizure. The Culprit Was My Healthy Lifestyle.

Doctors recognize that maintaining a proper sodium level is crucial for fluid balance, nerve function, and heart health. Healthy sodium levels range from 135 to 145 millimoles per liter.
Public health
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Kuwait arrests 67 over illegal alcohol production after 23 deaths

Kuwait's ban on alcohol leads to illegal production, resulting in 23 deaths from methanol poisoning. Authorities arrested 67 individuals linked to this criminal activity.
#fda
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago
Food & drink

The FDA is warning you not to use this cookware-it could be poisoning your food with lead

Certain imported cookware may leach significant levels of lead, posing health risks, especially to vulnerable populations.
fromNatural Health News
1 month ago
Alternative medicine

FDA approves new natural blue food dye in major step to eliminate toxic synthetic chemicals

FDA approves gardenia blue as a natural food dye to replace synthetic dyes linked to health risks.
#pfas
Public health
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Hazardous 'forever chemicals' in period products DW 07/26/2025

PFAS, or forever chemicals, are persistent environmental pollutants with serious health impacts, found in some reusable period products.
Environment
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

New Study Finds High Levels Of Forever Chemicals Some In Reusable Menstrual Products

Higher than expected levels of PFAS were found in menstrual and incontinence products, raising health and environmental concerns.
Public health
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Colorado just became the first state to add warning labels to gas stoves. Could your state could be next?

Colorado requires warning labels on gas stoves to inform consumers about health risks associated with gas cooking.
E-Commerce
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Instant Coffee Contaminated with Glass, Plus Unprecedented Recalls That Cost Companies Billions

Dollar General recalls Clover Valley instant coffee nationwide due to glass fragments found in the product.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

US medical journal rejects call from RFK Jr to retract vaccine study

The Danish study analyzed nationwide registry data for over 1.2 million children and found no evidence that aluminum in vaccines increases health risks.
Public health
Public health
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Scientists discover vape mouthpieces are SWARMING with harmful fungi

Vaping mouthpieces often contain harmful fungi, with severe health implications for users.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Thursday briefing: How the colonial legacy has created a toxic beauty industry

The slogan 'black is beautiful' emerged as a powerful statement against racist beauty standards, promoting pride in natural features.
Health
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Cash-strapped young women are turning to DIY Botox. That's as scary as it sounds

DIY Botox is trending on social media, posing serious health risks with unregulated products like Innotox.
Health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 year ago

UV index: Levels explained and how to protect yourself

UV radiation is essential for vitamin D but poses significant health risks, including skin cancer.
Women
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

What's the deal with claims that birth control is dangerous?

Hormonal birth control is deemed safe and effective, while social media often exaggerates its risks.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Low-income and minority ethnic people in England most at risk from dangerously hot homes

Lower-income households and minority ethnic groups are more likely to live in homes at risk of overheating during heatwaves.
fromScienceDaily
4 weeks ago

How much damage are ultraprocessed foods really doing to your health?

Most ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) are characterized by poor nutritional quality, contributing to excessive calories, and are typically high in saturated fats, added sugars and sodium (salt).
Food & drink
Health
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago

Man Follows ChatGPT's Advice and Poisons Himself

A man developed bromism after taking sodium bromide, following ChatGPT's suggestion to replace salt.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Experts warn against DIY Botox-like injections available illegally online

Experts warn against self-administering cheap Botox-like injections due to significant risks, including eyelid droops, infections, and potentially botulism from substances like Innotox.
Miscellaneous
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A family's fishing trip ends with the dad at 'Alligator Alcatraz'. Here's their story

A fishing trip led to the arrest of a couple without legal status, separating them and causing distress.
Public health
fromHealthbeat
1 month ago

Legionnaires' outbreak grows in Harlem. What you need to know.

Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem has grown to 73 cases, including three deaths, with specific ZIP codes affected.
Music
fromBBC Bitesize
1 month ago

How safe are wireless headphones? - BBC Bitesize

Wireless headphones are popular and generally considered safe, with no proven links to health risks according to current research.
Food & drink
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

In Florida, Raw Milk Has Sickened 21 People, Here's What You Need To Know

Raw milk consumption poses risks, as evidenced by recent illness outbreaks linked to bacteria like Campylobacter and E. coli.
Mental health
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

This One Rule My Doctor Gave Me For Chronic Pain Would Make Us All Less Isolated

Chronic social isolation is as detrimental to health as smoking fifteen cigarettes daily.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Eating chips regularly raises risk of type 2 diabetes by 20%, study finds

Fried potatoes significantly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, while healthier cooking methods have a much lower risk.
Health
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

What's So Bad About Nicotine?

Nicotine alternatives like vapes and pouches are perceived as less harmful compared to traditional smoking, despite the historical dangers associated with nicotine.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Burn notice: Gen Z and the terrifying rise of extreme tanning

The goal for many young users of sunbeds and tanning products is to achieve that glow associated with returning from holiday, which is often perceived as a sign of health.
Health
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

"Red meat allergy" from tick bites is spreading both in US and globally

Alpha-gal syndrome is actually an allergy to a sugar molecule with a tongue-twisting name: galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose, shortened to alpha-gal. The alpha-gal sugar molecule exists in the tissues of most mammals, including cows, pigs, deer, and rabbits. But it's absent in humans.
Public health
fromApartment Therapy
1 month ago

I Asked a Friendly TSA Agent to Share the One Security Mistake Everyone Makes

"The security bins are disgusting. I've seen people place containers of food in them, dirty shoes with rainwater on them, spilled soda, baby food - you name it, I've seen it."
Travel
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Mother sues London borough over state of 'rat-infested' council home

Local resident initiates legal action due to deplorable living conditions in council home, citing health risks and local authority negligence.
Digital life
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Caffeine pouch craze: A teenage trend troubling some experts

Increasing use of caffeine pouches among teenagers raises health concerns due to their potency and the ease of hiding their consumption.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Viral TikToks Are Making Claims That This Gas Station Beverage Is Dangerously Addictive

Feel Free tonic is marketed for relaxation but carries significant health risks, especially for minors.
#wildfire-smoke
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Death at Guys Marsh prison prompts call to curb illicit alcohol and drugs

A juried inquest determined that Sheldon Jeans died due to consuming illegal alcohol and unauthorized medications, leading to a call for specific policies to mitigate such risks.
Public health
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Cancer and Alzheimer's strongly' linked to toxic chemicals in food and water

Toxic chemicals, including pesticides, pose serious health risks underestimated globally, contributing to environmental problems and diseases.
Public health
fromNature
1 month ago

To save lives in heatwaves, focus on how human bodies work

Heat-related deaths in Europe reached 110,000 during summer 2022-2023, with severe future risks expected due to climate change.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

World in $1.5tn plastics crisis' hitting health from infancy to old age, report warns

Plastics threaten human and planetary health, costing $1.5 trillion annually in health-related damages.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Canadian wildfire smoke triggers air quality alerts in US

Smoke from wildfires burning in Canada has triggered air quality alerts over the border in the United States, impacting several states in the Midwest.
Canada news
Public health
fromTruthout
1 month ago

A Las Vegas Conference Hawked Life Extension Tech - Then 2 Attendees Nearly Died

Two women experienced serious health complications after receiving peptide injections at a Las Vegas conference.
Public health
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Women Take Peptide Injections at "Age Reversal" Event, End Up Leaving in Ambulances

Unlicensed peptide injections caused critical health issues for two women at a festival, prompting investigations into the safety of such therapies.
Food & drink
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I'm an Epidemiologist. Here's My Take on That Scary Study About Processed Meat.

Processed meat poses a significant health risk, with new studies indicating that even low consumption levels are not safe.
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Heat advisory in effect for NYC as heat index could hit 105

Temperatures in New York City are expected to feel as hot as 105 degrees due to a combination of heat and humidity, prompting a heat advisory.
New York City
#heat-wave
fromsilive
1 month ago
New York City

N.Y. weather: Heat Wave intensifies as Staten Island braces for dangerous temperatures

fromsilive
1 month ago
New York City

N.Y. weather: Heat Wave intensifies as Staten Island braces for dangerous temperatures

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Air pollution raises risk of dementia, say Cambridge scientists

Exposure to certain forms of air pollution is linked to an increased risk of developing dementia, with the number of cases expected to rise significantly by 2050.
Public health
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I've Never Wanted Kids. Now I'm on the Cusp of 50, in a New Relationship, and Considering a Wild Idea.

New relationships and long-distance dynamics complicate the decision to have children, especially when ambivalence exists.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

What does hot weather do to the body?

As the weather gets hotter, it is harder for the body to keep its core temperature down. The body opens more blood vessels near the skin to lose heat.
Health
#microplastics
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Most designer makeup and skincare sold on Amazon and TikTok is FAKE

The study found that 67% of purchased cosmetic items from third-party sellers on platforms like Amazon, eBay, and TikTok are likely counterfeit. Doctors warn the consequences of using these fake products can be grave due to toxic ingredients.
E-Commerce
Public health
fromMail Online
1 month ago

The stomach-churning truth about the chlorine smell in swimming pools

Public pools can harbor germs that lead to health issues, including diarrhea, rashes, and infections.
#food-safety
Cannabis
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Natural Pain Relief: Why More Athletes Are Turning to Cannabis Over Traditional Meds | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Cannabis is increasingly favored by athletes for pain relief, inflammation reduction, and recovery support, replacing traditional medication options.
Environment
fromNature
1 month ago

There's a new acid in our rain - should we be worried?

Trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) levels are rising globally in various ecosystems and provoke health and environmental concerns.
Cooking
fromWIRED
1 month ago

What You Should Know About Fiberglass and Chemicals in Flame Retardant Mattresses

Mattresses are flammable; fire retardants like fiberglass mitigate this risk but can pose health hazards.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Hidden clue reveals how long you'll live amid lurking body issues

The study found that people were 28 percent more likely to have trouble moving if their waist was wide compared to their hips, and 32 percent more likely if their waist was too large for their height.
Health
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Many beauty products have toxic ingredients. Newly proposed bills could change that

Many personal care products in the U.S. contain toxic ingredients with little federal oversight.
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Popular Sugar Substitute Marketed to Diabetics Linked to Stroke, Heart Attack, Brain Cell Damage

Erythritol, a sugar substitute found in products marketed for diabetics, may increase the risk of stroke and heart attack due to its harmful effects on brain cells.
Health
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
1 month ago

Does my house need rewiring? 7 signs that it could be time to call in an electrician

Old or faulty wiring poses health and fire risks, requiring urgent attention.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Bat Season Is Here: What Homeowners Need To Know About Keeping Them Out

"Bats can access your home through small openings, including window cracks, foundational gaps, and openings for electrical wires, vents, and chimneys."
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Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Fake Botox suspected in dozens of poisoning cases

Unlicensed Botox-like products have led to 38 botulism poisoning cases in England, posing serious health risks.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

It's Time for Healthcare to Take Social Disconnection Seriously

Social isolation significantly affects health but is often underestimated by both the public and healthcare providers.
Miscellaneous
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Millions Of Americans Are Being Advised Not To Go Outside

Massive wildfires in Manitoba cause air quality warnings affecting tens of millions in the US and Canada, advising sensitive groups to stay indoors.
Public health
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Key programs for older adults who struggle with social isolation could be at risk from Trump's "big, beautiful bill"

Companionship programs are vital in combating loneliness among the elderly.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Gen Z and Millennials Prefer Cannabis Edibles and THC Drinks

Younger generations are drinking less alcohol and using cannabis edibles increasingly despite recent declines in overall cannabis use.
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