Karmactive Staff, Author at Karmactive

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Health

Why Scratching Itches Makes Rashes Worse but Helps Kill Harmful Bacteria

When your skin itches from a rash or allergic reaction, scratching provides instant relief. Your skin feels better for a moment, then worse than before. Now, University of Pittsburgh researchers have discovered

Karmactive Staff

February 11, 2025

Mobility·Technology

Chicago Auto Show 2025: Jeep’s Wagoneer S EV Drops $5K; Subaru Unveils Forester Hybrid and Wilderness

The 2025 Chicago Auto Show transforms McCormick Place into a showcase of automotive progress, featuring nearly 1,000 vehicles from over two dozen manufacturers. The return of Stellantis, parent company of brands like

Rahul Somvanshiand

Karmactive Staff

February 10, 2025

Jack and the Green Sprouts, Inc. is recalling its 5-ounce alfalfa sprout packages. Photo Source: Jack and the Green Sprouts, Inc.

Health·USA

Alfalfa Sprouts Recalled for Listeria Risk in Three Midwestern States

A food safety alert is affecting families across three Midwestern states. Jack and the Green Sprouts, Inc. is recalling its 5-ounce alfalfa sprout packages. State testing in Minnesota found Listeria bacteria in

Karmactive Staff

February 10, 2025

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News·USA

H5N1 Bird Flu Hits Nevada Dairy Cows, Spreading to 16 Herds and Driving Egg Prices Up 100%

A dangerous type of bird flu virus, known as H5N1, has recently made its way from birds to dairy cows in Nevada. This is particularly important because this same virus variant, called

Karmactive Staff

February 10, 2025

A close up of a person's butt with no shirt on. Measles virus infection.

Health·USA

Gaines County Measles Outbreak Grows: 14 Confirmed Cases and 46% Kindergarten Vaccination Rate

A measles outbreak has hit Gaines County, Texas, sending children to hospitals and forcing families to miss work and school. What started with two sick children in January has now grown to

Karmactive Staff

February 9, 2025

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Health·USA

Over 2 Million Doughnuts Recalled Nationwide

The FDA announced a major recall affecting millions of donuts sold across the US and Canada, touching familiar brands like Dunkin’ and various grocery store products. FGF Brands started the recall on

Karmactive Staff

February 9, 2025

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Europe·Health

UK Tightens Rules on Weight-Loss Injections After 500,000 Private Users Face New Verification Demands

The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) is changing how people can get weight-loss injections like Wegovy and Mounjaro from online pharmacies. These modifications were made after it was discovered that certain individuals were

Karmactive Staff

February 9, 2025

Health·News·USA

FDA Recalls 740 TruAire-5 Oxygen Concentrators Over Fire Risk

A critical safety recall has been issued for TruAire-5 oxygen concentrators after reports of devices catching fire during use. Jiangsu Jumao X-Care Medical Equipment Co. Ltd., the manufacturer, has recalled all units

Karmactive Staff

February 8, 2025

Health

Beta-Glucan Fiber Helps Curb Appetite Like Ozempic Yet 9 in 10 Diets Lack It

Have you ever thought about why exactly some foods keep you feeling full way longer than others? Scientists have found an answer in fibre – specifically a type called beta-glucan that’s found

Karmactive Staff

February 8, 2025

Swell shark (Cephaloscyllium ventriosum) at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada PhotoSource:City.and.Color(CC BY 2.0)

Australia·Marine Life

Baby Shark Born in All-Female Tank at Shreveport Aquarium Sparks Rare Reproductive Mystery

A baby swell shark named Yoko has appeared at Louisiana’s Shreveport Aquarium under extraordinary circumstances – there hasn’t been a male shark in the tank for over three years. This January birth

Karmactive Staff

February 8, 2025