#health-risks

#health-risks

Exposure to certain forms of air pollution is linked to an increased risk of developing dementia, with the number of cases expected to rise significantly by 2050.

The study found that 67% of purchased cosmetic items from third-party sellers on platforms like Amazon, eBay, and TikTok are likely counterfeit. Doctors warn the consequences of using these fake products can be grave due to toxic ingredients.

"For a long time, smoke was not considered very important. People thought of climate change as temperature and sea level rise, and that was it."

The study found that people were 28 percent more likely to have trouble moving if their waist was wide compared to their hips, and 32 percent more likely if their waist was too large for their height.

Erythritol, a sugar substitute found in products marketed for diabetics, may increase the risk of stroke and heart attack due to its harmful effects on brain cells.

"Bats can access your home through small openings, including window cracks, foundational gaps, and openings for electrical wires, vents, and chimneys."

Vibriosis is a serious infection caused by Vibrio bacteria, which thrive in warmer, low-salinity coastal waters. Climate change exacerbates conditions for these bacteria, increasing infection risks.

BMI can be a helpful tool due to how inexpensive and accessible it is. Aside from a scale, all you need to calculate your BMI is a calculator or online tool. However, while BMI is a quick way to determine your weight classification, it might not be the best choice for everyone.

The Photon Matrix is a compact device capable of detecting and disintegrating mosquitoes mid-flight at a rate of 30 per second using a laser system.

"While waxing doesn't necessarily weaken the immune system, it does breach the skin barrier by creating openings for bacteria to get into the deeper tissues, thus creating the opportunity for infection."

Squatting may actually cause injury or increase the risk of infection. Tension in the pelvic girdle prevents urine from freely releasing, causing incomplete emptying and increased urgency.

Between October 2024 and January 2025, four children in NYCHA childcare centers were reported with elevated lead levels, prompting immediate closures and lead abatement measures.

"Data indicates that there are no health effects from the incidental ingestion of nonstick coating flakes," the company that produces Teflon says, noting that the government has deemed the cookware "safe for consumer use." Still, it warns people to turn their burners down and air vents up when they use their nonstick pans, and to avoid preheating them empty.

Employees desire autonomy in deciding how and when to reduce sedentary behaviors while working from home. They seek organizational support for these initiatives and want to incorporate social interactions into their routines.

The FDA's updated warning indicates a 'reasonable probability' of serious health harms or death from potentially contaminated blueberries linked to Listeria.

Europe is experiencing an extreme heat wave, with a combination of a marine heat wave from the Mediterranean and a heat dome affecting popular tourist destinations.

"Stop wearing your AirPods. It truly is like wearing a mini microwave centimeters from your brain... the same frequency in this AirPod is the same frequency in a microwave."

Individuals with food allergies, medical diets, or religious restrictions are at risk due to the undeclared meat source materials in the recalled bologna products.

Bed bugs are parasitic insects that feed on human blood, causing itchy bites and skin irritation, and may lead to allergic reactions in some individuals.