Health Risks

September 14, 2023

Microwaving in Plastic? : The Invisible Nanoplastic Threat You Didn’t Know About!

The alarming release of nanoplastics when microwaving plastic containers has been unveiled by a groundbreaking study from the University of Nebraska. Lincoln. The convenience of microwaving might come at a hidden cost:

The Phineas Banning High School Mighty Marching Pilots show off their school spirit.

Health

Are Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals Triggering Early Puberty? New Study Reveals Startling Trends

A disturbing trend is emerging in young girls’ development, with puberty starting earlier than ever before. New research published in the Endocrine Society’s journal Endocrinology points to endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) as potential triggers for this concerning phenomenon. As a health-conscious

September 14, 2024

California’s Paraquat Herbicide Law Targets Health Risks; Critical Reevaluation of 373,000 Pounds Sprayed Amid New Parkinson’s Disease Link as Thousands Battle Health Concerns in Fields

Health·News·USA

AB 1963, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, requires California’s Department of Pesticide Regulation to complete a reevaluation of paraquat dichloride by January 1, 2029.

Study Reveals Air Pollution May Increase Lupus Risk by Up to 27%: Discoveries from 459,815 Participants

Air Pollution·Health

An elevated risk of incident systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is linked to exposure to air pollutants, according to a study published online in Arthritis

Health·India

Ozempic Weight-Loss Craze Hits India’s Gray Market: A Global Obesity Drug Sparks Serious Health Risk Concerns as Celebs Drive Demand

Ozempic, the diabetes medication turned weight-loss sensation, has taken India by storm despite its official unavailability in the country. The semaglutide-based injection, known for its appetite-suppressing effects, has gained immense popularity among

Tejal Somvanshi

November 2, 2024

News·Tobacco·World

$23.6 Billion Tobacco Settlement in Canada: The Unprecedented Deal Impacting 100,000 Victims and Multiple Provinces Including Quebec

In Canada,JTI-Macdonald Corp., Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. and Imperial Tobacco Canada have reached a $23.6 billion principle agreement with their creditors to compensate victims of tobacco as well as the Canadian

Tejal Somvanshi

October 22, 2024

Health·News·USA

FDA Egg Recall Update: Salmonella Outbreak Grows as Over 345,000 Dozen Eggs Pulled Amid Class I Health Risk

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently upgraded a previous egg recall alert, cautioning consumers about potential severe reactions and even death if the affected products are consumed. This development marks

Tejal Somvanshi

October 8, 2024

Close-Up Photo of Woman Touching her Abdomen.

Health

Early Menarche Alert: Study Finds More Girls Start Menstruating Before 12, Linked to Health Risks

A recent study involving 71,341 women corroborates the growing concern that the age at which girls start menstruating is becoming earlier, and the trends are even more pronounced among certain racial and

Tejal Somvanshi

May 31, 2024

Artist Impression of Microplastic on Finger, Photo Credit: Giganectar, {CC BY-SA 4.0 DEED}

Health·Plastic

Over 80% of Studied Clots Reveal Microplastic Presence—Links to Increased Stroke and Heart Attack Risks Uncovered

The patients, with an average age of 65, had diverse health and lifestyle histories, including smoking, alcohol consumption, high blood pressure, or diabetes. They used plastic products daily and were roughly divided

Tejal Somvanshi

May 24, 2024