Cornell researchers recommend modifications to the recipe for preparing bottles of powdered infant formula to ensure safety against rare foodborne bacteria that can be deadly for high-risk infants, thanks to a new study that analyzed the existing guide…
A study from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health sheds new light on the relationship between community cohesion prior to a natural disaster and resilience after one, with possible policy applications for public health and emergency prepare…
From warming winter teas to zesty stir-fries, ginger (Zingiber officinale) has long been a kitchen staple. But beyond its culinary charm, this spicy root has a rich history in traditional medicine—and modern science is catching up. Studies now show tha…
Using portable high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) purifiers at home can significantly lower systolic blood pressure (SBP) in adults with elevated baseline readings—even in areas with relatively low overall air pollution levels, according to a study…
At the end of a long day, who has time to check the detailed nutrition information on every single product they toss into their shopping basket?
Bagging up and disposing of your pet’s poo is a necessary, albeit unpleasant, part of responsible pet ownership. But a new UK government initiative will be asking people to send them their pets’ poo instead of throwing it away.
Plastics are everywhere—they’re even in you right now—and are making many of us sick. Now, global negotiators are fighting over whether that matters.
When the human body overheats, the consequences can be deadly. Heat stroke, heart attacks, kidney failure, and worsening of existing conditions like cardiovascular and respiratory diseases are just some of the ways extreme heat can push the body past i…
The Trump administration is escalating its push against what has become a key part of the way states, localities and communities respond to the overdose epidemic: harm reduction.
The new toolkit is designed to support the implementation and scale-up of hepatitis B and C interventions in prisons across Europe. It also reinforces the principle of “equivalence of care,” ensuring that people in prison receive health care comparable…
