Health Highlights: Aug. 13, 2018
2018-08-13
Jury Awards $289 Million in Case Linking Weed Killer to Man’s Cancer
Court Rules That U.S. Must Halt Sales of Pesticide
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Make Your Next Camping or Hiking Trip Trouble-free
2018-08-11
SATURDAY, Aug. 11, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Planning ahead is the key to staying healthy and safe when you go hiking or camping, experts say. “‘Be prepared’ is the Boy Scout motto, and it is one of the best ways to avoid pitfalls and make the most of any hikingContinue Reading
Frequent Sexting Can Weaken Committed Relationships
2018-08-10
FRIDAY, Aug. 10, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Sexting can lead to dissing. That appears to be one takeaway from a small survey of North American adults in committed relationships who share explicit visuals and/or texts via mobile phones with each other. While the survey suggests that some couples who engageContinue Reading
Health Highlights: Aug. 10, 2018
2018-08-10
Court Rules That U.S. Must Halt Sales of Pesticide
Low-Calorie Diet Benefited Men More Than Women
New Tick Species Spreading in U.S.
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Snap, Polish, Post: Why Selfies May Be Bad for Your Health
2018-08-07
TUESDAY, Aug. 7, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Photo-editing tools that make people look more perfect online than in real life may be a health threat, medical experts warn. The tidal wave of altered photos on social media is changing perceptions of beauty. And that can trigger a preoccupation with appearanceContinue Reading
Health Highlights: Aug. 7, 2018
2018-08-07
New Tick Species Spreading in U.S.
E-Cigarette Sales in U.S. Climb as Prices Fall
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Health Tip: Suggestions for Cleaning Fruit and Veggies
2018-08-07
(HealthDay News) — Some 48 million people in the United States get sick each year from contaminated food, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says. And animal products aren’t the only culprit. Produce — such as spinach, lettuce, tomatoes and cantaloupe — also may be a source of foodborne illness,Continue Reading
Too Much Screen Time May Pile on the Pounds
2018-08-06
MONDAY, Aug. 6, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Kids are spending more time than ever in front of screens, making it more likely they’ll become overweight or obese, a new review claims. The average 8- to 18-year-old spends more than seven hours a day fixated on a screen, whether it’s aContinue Reading
How to Keep Foodborne Illness at Bay
2018-08-04
SATURDAY, Aug. 4, 2018 (HealthDay News) — When you’re having a barbecue or picnic, be sure you don’t invite foodborne illnesses caused by salmonella bacteria. Each year in the United States, salmonella causes about 1.2 million illnesses and 23,000 hospitalizations, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Continue Reading
Home Check: Electrical Safety, Room-by-Room
2018-08-03
FRIDAY, Aug. 3, 2018 (HealthDay News) — You might not think much about it when turning on a light in your home, but faulty wiring and electrical products can lead to fire, injury and even death. That’s why it’s important to check for and fix potential problems before they happen.Continue Reading
Health Tip: Eat Safely at Outdoor Fairs
2018-08-03
(HealthDay News) — The summer calendar is filled with fairs and festivals, but with the warmer temperatures comes an increased risk of food contamination, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns. The CDC suggests considering these questions when deciding to buy food from a vendor: Does the vendor’sContinue Reading
Health Highlights: August 2, 2018
2018-08-02
New Ebola Outbreak in Congo
Possible Cyclospora Contamination Triggers Food Recall
Health Highlights: August 1, 2018
2018-08-01
Man’s Legs, Hands Amputated After Infection Caused by Bacteria in Dog Saliva
How to Decipher Those Food ‘Sell-By’ Dates
2018-07-31
TUESDAY, July 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Did you know that a store can sell food past the expiration date printed on the label? Or that manufacturers only voluntarily stamp dates on foods? While the law states that foods must be wholesome and safe to eat, and the U.S. FoodContinue Reading