#prevention

#prevention

Preventing gun injuries with free gun-locking devices distributed by Bay Area doctors. [ more ]

Parenting stress index is a valuable assessment tool to measure stress levels between parents and children, aiding in maintaining healthy relationships and preventing mental health issues. [ more ]

The research discipline of studying and preventing existential risks is crucial for mitigating threats that could lead to human extinction or civilization collapse. [ more ]

Oral spray vaccine can prevent recurring UTIs for up to nine years

54% of patients remained UTI-free for 9 years after using the vaccine. [ more ]

Tobacco is the leading cause of preventable death, starting in adolescence.

Pediatricians can help kids quit vaping and using tobacco products. [ more ]

Dragonsplague is spreading through pawns in Dragon's Dogma 2, causing NPCs to be killed, but the ultimate impact may not be severe.

Players need to pay attention to prevent the spread of Dragonsplague by recognizing symptoms in their pawns like coughing, discomfort, and disobedience. [ more ]

A cigarette caused a fire in a 33-storey flat block on the Isle of Dogs.

London Fire Brigade emphasizes proper cigarette disposal to prevent fires. [ more ]

Ticks thrive in mild winter weather, posing an early tick season threat.

Climate change expands tick habitats, increasing risk of tick-borne illnesses. [ more ]

Independent review launched into deaths of father and son in Lincolnshire

Focus on safeguarding improvements and prevention of similar incidents [ more ]

Mistakes happen to everyone, even CEOs

Slowing down and focusing can help prevent email mistakes [ more ]

A pet owner in Oregon has contracted the bubonic plague, possibly from their cat.

Health officials have urged residents to avoid contact with rodents and take precautions to prevent the spread of the disease. [ more ]

Cats are common disease carriers because they hunt rodents and mammals

Vet experts recommend not allowing your cats to go outdoors [ more ]

St. Paul, Minnesota has seen a dramatic decrease in car thefts due to a focus on prevention and youth intervention.

Car thefts nationwide increased after a viral TikTok video exposed security vulnerabilities in certain models of Kia and Hyundai cars. [ more ]

Tuberculosis cases in California are on the rise after years of decline.

The increase in cases is attributed to missed, misdiagnosed, or delayed diagnoses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [ more ]

Labour leader Keir Starmer has announced a pledge to tackle knife crime by giving young people support and imposing tougher punishments.

Labour would introduce a ban on zombie-style knives and machetes, as well as impose criminal sanctions on tech executives who allow knife sales on their platforms. [ more ]

Low vaccination rates contribute to elevated levels of respiratory illnesses

Respiratory illnesses are more common during colder months [ more ]

Workplace harassment prevention is necessary to create a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Harassment can manifest in various ways and has a significant impact on victims. [ more ]

Preventing child sexual abuse is underfunded and underdeveloped in the US.

Many individuals attracted to children seek help and are willing to prevent harm. [ more ]

Experts warn of a possible holiday surge in respiratory illness including RSV, COVID, and the flu.

Getting vaccinated, improving indoor air ventilation, and wearing masks can help prevent illness during the holidays.

Monitoring symptoms in young children is important, as respiratory illnesses like RSV can progress to pneumonia. [ more ]

Drinking coffee every day may reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection and the severity of infections.

The effects of coffee were consistent across different types and variants of the virus.

Previous studies have also shown a link between coffee consumption and a lower risk of developing COVID-19. [ more ]