Radon is an odorless, invisible radioactive gas. It's naturally released from rocks, soil and water—and it can get trapped inside your home, office or school. There's no known safe level of radon.
Feb 1, 2023
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As school starts to go back, the Food Safety Information Council is encouraging parents to get their children involved in preparing their school lunch and learning about food safety.
Jan 23, 2023
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Following cannabis legalization in Canada, provinces that permitted edible cannabis sales experienced much larger increases in hospitalizations for unintentional pediatric poisoning, according to a study published online ...
Jan 19, 2023
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Meningococcal meningitis and septicaemia (blood poisoning) are rare but severe diseases that can kill or leave people with life changing disabilities and health problems. Young adults, and university students in particular, ...
Jan 17, 2023
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During the holiday season, it may seem like opportunities to celebrate are everywhere, and alcohol is often part of the festivities. When it comes to alcohol, though, the key is moderation. Besides the long-term risks of ...
Jan 3, 2023
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Winter brings snow, cold and ice that can create hazardous conditions leading to serious injury. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Sue Cullinan, a Mayo Clinic emergency medicine physician, discusses some of the most common ...
Dec 21, 2022
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The holidays are an exciting and busy time of year. Whether you're traveling, hosting or attending a gathering, or just cozying up at home, the holidays are filled with potential hazards that could ruin your holiday cheer.
Dec 20, 2022
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Parents and doctors alike fear meningococcal infection, which has been in the news again. Doctors never want to miss a diagnosis, as early treatment with antibiotics may be life-saving. Parents fear the disease because up ...
Dec 14, 2022
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Winter weather brings with it plenty of hazards, including risks from carbon monoxide poisoning, and fires.
Dec 5, 2022
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Health officials are advising people to not eat or serve some oysters that were distributed in 13 states across the country.
Nov 28, 2022
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