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Will climate change bring more highway deaths?
(HealthDay)—America's roads may become more dangerous as an unexpected consequence of climate change, a new study suggests.
Sep 1, 2017
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Does drinking hot tea in summer really cool you down?
I remember as a child, on the rare warm days that we used to get in Britain, my grandmother telling me to "have a cup of black tea … it will help cool you down". As a seven-year-old, this seemed like a crazy idea, especially ...
Jul 27, 2016
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Climate change threatens nutrients essential to human health
Essential fatty acids, such as EPA and DHA, are vital to the health of all vertebrates, with a direct relationship to cardiovascular and immune system health, as well as neurological function, vision, and reproduction. New ...
Apr 14, 2016
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Hypothermia and older adults
Frigid weather can pose special risks to older adults. The National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes of Health, has some advice for helping older people avoid hypothermia—when the body gets too ...
Jan 7, 2014
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Four essential food safety tips for summertime gatherings
Summer is a season of outdoor gatherings, barbecues and picnics, where food is often at the center of the festivities. However, the warm weather also creates ideal conditions for the growth of harmful bacteria, increasing ...
Jul 5, 2024
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Benefits of running in the cold outweigh warm weather running, says expert
Some year-round runners dread plunging temperatures, but according to recent research, the benefits of running in the cold weather outweigh warm weather running—and could help you burn bad fat, lose more weight, and make ...
Nov 27, 2023
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Medications
Is my medicine making me feel hotter this summer? Five reasons why it might
If you're really feeling the heat this summer, it might be down to more than the temperature outside.
Feb 10, 2023
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Texting gloves dangerous in winter, specialist says: Unprotected fingers, toes, ears and noses susceptible to frostbite
The popular half-gloves that leave fingers uncovered for texting may be good for communicating electronically, but they may also lead to permanent loss of fingers due to exposure to the cold.
Feb 28, 2013
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Pediatrics
Expert suggests proper techniques for newborn bathing and skin care basics
Bathing a tiny newborn can be an exciting experience for parents, but it can also be intimidating. Newborns are small and vulnerable, slippery when wet, and the products marketed for their delicate skin can leave parents ...
Jan 22, 2013
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