Health
Steady rise in vape product poisonings among kids under 5
The number of cases of vape product-related poisonings reported to America's poison control centers doubled between 2018 and early 2023, a new report finds.
Jun 23, 2023
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Health
Fentanyl can be weaponized, but preparation could minimize the damage
The widely-available drug fentanyl, already the number one killer of Americans under 50, could be weaponized and used for terroristic mass poisoning, according to health experts at Rutgers and other institutions.
May 31, 2023
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Health
Why climate change might be affecting your headaches
Recurring headaches are one of the most common nervous system disorders, with an estimated 45 million, or one in six, Americans complaining of headaches each year. People who experience headaches or migraines regularly are ...
May 24, 2023
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Hurricane season starts June 1. Protect your family from carbon monoxide dangers
The Atlantic hurricane season in the United States starts June 1, and some dangers might not be immediately obvious: carbon monoxide poisoning, fires and electric shock.
May 22, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Oxygen therapy found to improve heart function in patients with long COVID
A small randomized trial in patients with post-COVID syndrome has found that hyperbaric oxygen therapy promotes restoration of the heart's ability to contract properly. The research is presented at EACVI 2023, a scientific ...
May 10, 2023
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Devastating tornadoes leave hazards in their wake: Tips to stay safe
Tornadoes bring with them many dangers, but perhaps not so evident are the risks from colorless and odorless carbon monoxide (CO) from generators used to temporarily restore power.
Apr 4, 2023
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Health
Report finds big rise in U.S. carbon monoxide deaths
A new report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reveals deaths from carbon monoxide poisoning are increasing in the United States.
Mar 30, 2023
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Genetics
Ludwig von Beethoven's genome sheds light on chronic health problems and cause of death
In 1802, Ludwig van Beethoven asked his brothers to request that his doctor, J. A. Schmidt, describe his malady—his progressive hearing loss—to the world upon his death so that "as far as possible at least the world will ...
Mar 22, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Sepsis: The hidden killer
Sepsis has a way of flying under the radar. Public awareness of the life-threatening disease is low, and official statistics are misleading. Now researchers are using special alarm systems and AI to increase detection.
Mar 21, 2023
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Health informatics
More emergency visits for assault, self-harm reported for incarcerated adults
The proportion of emergency department visits resulting from assault and self-harm is higher among incarcerated adults than among nonincarcerated adults, according to research published in the March 17 issue of the U.S. Centers ...
Mar 17, 2023
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