Eye Fatigue: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Introduction In today’s digital age, where screens are an integral part of our daily lives, eye fatigue has become a common complaint among individuals of all ages. Whether you’re working on a computer, staring at your phone, or reading for extended periods, the strain on your eyes can […]
Continue ReadingHMPV Infections in China is Declining
The rate of infections with the flu-like human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in northern China is declining, a health official said Sunday, amid some international concern over a potential pandemic.
Continue ReadingFoods Available in the UK but Banned in Other Countries
Here is a list of foods and food ingredients available in the UK that are banned or heavily restricted in other countries, along with reasons for their bans and summaries for each:
Continue ReadingFoods Available in the US but Banned in Other Countries
Here’s a detailed list of foods, food additives, or ingredients that are available in the United States but banned or restricted in other countries, along with the reasons for their ban:
Continue ReadingAustralian Lab Reports Losing Deadly Virus Samples
More than 300 live virus samples went missing from an Australian state-run laboratory in the province of Queensland in what public health officials have deemed a “major breach” of biosecurity. Queensland Health Minister Tim Nicholls announced Monday that his department is launching an investigation into the 323 virus samples that went missing from the state […]
Continue ReadingDaily Dose of Dark Chocolate May Cut Your Risk of Diabetes
The idea that eating cocoa-rich, dark chocolate may offer health benefits is not new. Cocoa is loaded with compounds called polyphenols that have been shown to help our bodies fend off inflammation, lower blood pressure and maybe even improve our moods. Now, a new study finds people who have a habit of eating a little […]
Continue ReadingFirst New Asthma Attack Treatment In 50 Years
Researchers say they have found the first new treatment for asthma attacks in 50 years. The injection dampens part of the immune system that can go into overdrive in flare-ups of both asthma and a lung condition called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Benralizumab is already used in the most severe cases, but the latest […]
Continue ReadingSupreme Court Won’t Hear Challenge to Graphic Cigarette Warning Labels
The Supreme Court won’t hear a challenge to a federal requirement that cigarette packages and advertising include graphic images demonstrating the effects of smoking. The high court declined to hear the case in a brief written order handed down Monday. Tobacco company R.J. Reynolds appealed to the high court after the 5th U.S. Circuit Court […]
Continue ReadingTrying to Curb Lithium-Ion Battery Fires
While lithium-ion battery safety has been a top FDNY priority, and hundreds of businesses have been inspected and/or ticketed, a CBS News New York investigation has found online loopholes are creating major risks. In February, Fazil Khan, a Columbia grad with a bright future, died in a lithium-ion battery fire at his apartment building in […]
Continue ReadingZodiac Sign Compatibility Explained
Friendship, much like romantic relationships, thrives on mutual understanding, shared interests, and emotional resonance. But did you know that your zodiac sign can play a significant role in shaping the dynamics of your friendships? Astrology suggests that certain signs are more naturally compatible with one another, fostering connections that feel effortless and fulfilling. Here’s a […]
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