Chemists invented PFAS in the 1930s to make life easier: Nonstick pans, waterproof clothing, grease-resistant food packaging and stain-resistant carpet were all made possible by PFAS. But in recent years, the growing number ...
Apr 22, 2024
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You might have heard of something called "cryptosporidiosis" recently, closely followed by warnings to stay away from your local swimming pool if you've had diarrhea.
Feb 15, 2024
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Hepatitis E is widespread among the population worldwide. The World Health Organization estimates that around 20 million people are infected with it every year.
Jan 31, 2024
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A urinary tract infection (UTI) is common, but it can be serious.
Jan 15, 2024
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When Philippe Le Gal brought his oysters to market this weekend, he expected them to sell quickly. It was, after all, New Year's Eve, a day when the delicacies are a crucial ingredient for champagne-soaked celebrations in ...
Jan 3, 2024
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I have diabetes and high blood pressure. I take medication but have committed to a healthier lifestyle, including daily walks outside, swimming and other outdoor activities with my family. Recently, I was diagnosed with breast ...
Aug 9, 2023
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If your child is in sports camp this summer, you'll want them to have fun and stay safe.
Jul 19, 2023
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If you have been stung by a jellyfish at the beach, you'll know how painful and unpleasant it can be. But how best to treat jellyfish stings has been debated over the years.
Jun 7, 2023
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Camp Lejeune made national news after President Joe Biden signed into law a way for veterans and their families to seek justice after being exposed to deadly toxins from the base's water sources.
May 18, 2023
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Every year, more people die of kidney disease than breast cancer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 37 million people in the United States—15% of U.S. adults—have some form of chronic kidney ...
May 18, 2023
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