Imagine this: you’re cruising on the highway, enjoying your favorite song, when suddenly, you’re stuck behind a slow driver. As you attempt to pass this vehicle, you notice that the driver has a cellphone glued to their ear. Sounds familiar,…
Did you know that a simple change in the way cigarettes are made might improve the overall health of young adults? It turns out that removing menthol flavoring from cigarettes could be key in reducing tobacco consumption among this age…
When it comes to a family having more sons than daughters, or vice versa, it might not be simply due to chance. Groundbreaking research conducted at the University of Exeter (U.K.), Okayama University, and Kyushu University (Japan) has discovered that…
If you share the belief that kids’ television has negative effects on children’s brains and behaviors, you’re on the same page as a group of psychologists. They suspect that children’s television shows promote values that contribute to the development of…
Imagine going to the hospital with an urgent medical concern, only to become one of the many victims of a misdiagnosis or a medical mistake that occurs in the intensive care units (ICUs) of hospitals. It’s a frightening thought, but…
Did you know that plastic in your tap water may impair your color vision and potentially cause other permanent eye problems? When it comes to drinking water, many of us probably think that we’re doing something good for our bodies.…
In today’s technology-driven world, cellphones have become an essential part of our daily lives. We depend on them for communication, browsing the internet, taking photos, or even just setting alarms to wake up in the morning. But did you know…
Tropical diseases could soon be making an unwelcome appearance in your neighborhood. Mosquitoes known for causing illnesses, such as yellow fever, chikungunya, and dengue, are now being discovered in the United States. With their expanding territory, these disease-carrying insects have…
It’s no secret that childhood obesity is a growing problem worldwide. With nearly 20 percent of children aged 6-11 years old classified as overweight or obese, many parents are concerned about their child’s health and future risks of chronic illnesses…
Living in a community where locally owned businesses thrive could potentially contribute to a longer life expectancy, reduced obesity, and a lower risk of diabetes. Research conducted at Louisiana State University (LSU) and Baylor found that towns and cities dominated…
When you smoke marijuana within three hours of driving, your risk of getting into a car accident doubles. In an analysis of marijuana studies, researchers found this startling fact, which may make you think twice before lighting up and getting…
Beware: Refinishing your bathtub can come with deadly consequences if you’re not cautious. When it comes to using paint-stripping products containing methylene chloride, the danger lies in the fumes. This widely used, highly volatile, colorless, and toxic chemical is found…