Doctors warn that children are microwaving NeeDoh toys – and risking serious burns
Children have microwaved NeeDoh toys after seeing the trick on social media videos. Some people have experienced serious burns to their hands, arms, l…
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Martha Lillard, last US polio patient using iron lung, dies at 78 in Oklahoma
Martha Lillard had just turned 5 when she was diagnosed with polio and depended on an iron lung to live. She died June 26 in Oklahoma, the last U.S. p…
An outbreak of diarrhea caused by a parasite has hit at least 1,400 people. Here’s how to stay safe
It’s not clear what’s causing rising cases of cyclosporiasis, but cooking fruits and veggies and washing produce can help reduce your risk.
Want to leverage wearable tech like a World Cup athlete? Here are the metrics to track
Millions of people around the world wear smart rings and fitness trackers to keep tabs on their sleep, workouts, heart rate and even body temperature,…
What to know about cyclospora, the gut-churning parasite causing illness in several states, and how to avoid it
Got a nasty stomach bug that won’t go away? It could be cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection that causes weeks of debilitating diarrhea, cramps and…
New World screwworm is disgusting. How could it not be a food safety issue?
The New World screwworm, which was found in the United States in June for the first time in decades, often chooses livestock like cows to host its fle…
Diarrhea-causing parasite that can contaminate raw produce causing misery across several states
This 4th of July weekend, you may want to give those raw berries or green salad the side-eye.
What experts say about the effectiveness of electric muscle stimulation workouts
EMS workouts are on the rise on social media, with users reporting increased muscle, but experts say they should stick to conventional weightlifting i…
FDA allows Philip Morris to market Zyn as less harmful than cigarettes
The FDA said on Tuesday it would allow Philip Morris to market its Zyn nicotine pouches as less harmful than cigarettes.
What older adults need to know before taking a GLP-1 medication to lose weight
Starting Wednesday, millions of Medicare-qualifying adults will have access to popular medications for weight loss at deep discounts through a tempora…
