Stricter blood-alcohol concentration limits may lead to more hit-and-run fatalities, finds study

by Florida Atlantic UniversityHit-and-run fatalities per 100 traffic fatalities, 1982–2008. Credit:Risk Analysis(2024). DOI: 10.1111/risa.14280Stricter laws on blood alcohol concentra

Updated on: March 19,2024 15

Stricter blood-alcohol concentration limits may lead to more hit-and-run fatalities, finds study

by Florida Atlantic UniversityHit-and-run fatalities per 100 traffic fatalities, 1982–2008. Credit:Risk Analysis(2024). DOI: 10.1111/risa.14280Stricter laws on blood alcohol concentra

Updated on:March 19,2024 15

Cinnamon processor in Ecuador is culprit behind lead-tainted applesauce, FDA says

by Ernie MundellA company in Ecuador that processed the cinnamon used in flavored applesauce pouches destined for the American market is the likely source of lead contamination in those products, U.S.

Updated on: March 16,2024 13

Cinnamon processor in Ecuador is culprit behind lead-tainted applesauce, FDA says

by Ernie MundellA company in Ecuador that processed the cinnamon used in flavored applesauce pouches destined for the American market is the likely source of lead contamination in those products, U.S.

Updated on:March 16,2024 13

Economic hard times make Swedes cut back on drinking

Booze consumption fell by 2.7 percent in Sweden last year.A slumping economy gave Swedes less to cheer about last year as alcohol consumption fell the most in nearly a decade in the Nordic country, ex

Updated on: March 19,2024 19

Economic hard times make Swedes cut back on drinking

Booze consumption fell by 2.7 percent in Sweden last year.A slumping economy gave Swedes less to cheer about last year as alcohol consumption fell the most in nearly a decade in the Nordic country, ex

Updated on:March 19,2024 19

A social worker explains how to improve quality of life for the growing population of family caregivers

by Kathy L. Lee,The ConversationCredit: The ConversationMillions of Americans havebecome informal family caregivers: people who provide family members or friends with unpaid assistance in

Updated on: March 26,2024 16

A social worker explains how to improve quality of life for the growing population of family caregivers

by Kathy L. Lee,The ConversationCredit: The ConversationMillions of Americans havebecome informal family caregivers: people who provide family members or friends with unpaid assistance in

Updated on:March 26,2024 16

Wildfire smoke warnings need to be issued sooner, study finds

by Leila Okahata,University of OregonSummed frequencies of wildfire and smoke Tweets authored by institutional accounts (left) and maximum daily AQI values (for PM2.5) (right) in 2022 aggregated

Updated on: March 19,2024 15

Wildfire smoke warnings need to be issued sooner, study finds

by Leila Okahata,University of OregonSummed frequencies of wildfire and smoke Tweets authored by institutional accounts (left) and maximum daily AQI values (for PM2.5) (right) in 2022 aggregated

Updated on:March 19,2024 15

The keys to school readiness are hearing, vision and communication

by Dani Tomlin, Peter Carew, Ruth Braden, Christine Nearchou and Miya St John,University of MelbourneCredit: RDNE Stock project from PexelsAs the new school year begins, parents are often busy w

Updated on: March 18,2024 12

The keys to school readiness are hearing, vision and communication

by Dani Tomlin, Peter Carew, Ruth Braden, Christine Nearchou and Miya St John,University of MelbourneCredit: RDNE Stock project from PexelsAs the new school year begins, parents are often busy w

Updated on:March 18,2024 12

Study explores impact of dust on London Underground staff

by Ryan O'Hare, Andrew Czyzewski,Imperial College LondonGraphical abstract. Credit:Environment International(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2024.108529Researchers have carried out

Updated on: March 19,2024 19

Study explores impact of dust on London Underground staff

by Ryan O'Hare, Andrew Czyzewski,Imperial College LondonGraphical abstract. Credit:Environment International(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2024.108529Researchers have carried out

Updated on:March 19,2024 19

Google's Strategic Deployment in Healthcare: Innovations and Future Prospects

Google's foray into healthcare is marked by a multifaceted approach that leverages advanced technologies to address the needs of patients, providers, and enterprises. This article delves into Google's healthcare initiatives, highlighting their unique feat

Updated on: July 19,2024 0

Google's Strategic Deployment in Healthcare: Innovations and Future Prospects

Google's foray into healthcare is marked by a multifaceted approach that leverages advanced technologies to address the needs of patients, providers, and enterprises. This article delves into Google's healthcare initiatives, highlighting their unique feat

Updated on:July 19,2024 0

Study demonstrates how pulse oximeters significantly overestimate readings in people with darker skin tones

by University of PlymouthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPulse oximeters—one of the most common medical devices used in global health care—can provide significantly overestimated oxygen saturat

Updated on: March 23,2024 10

Study demonstrates how pulse oximeters significantly overestimate readings in people with darker skin tones

by University of PlymouthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPulse oximeters—one of the most common medical devices used in global health care—can provide significantly overestimated oxygen saturat

Updated on:March 23,2024 10

Researchers highlight the importance of feminist global health policy in tackling health inequalities

by George Institute for Global HealthVisualization of the code system with thematic main and sub codes. Credit:PLOS Global Public Health(2024). DOI: 10.1371/journal.pgph.0002959An int

Updated on: March 19,2024 16

Researchers highlight the importance of feminist global health policy in tackling health inequalities

by George Institute for Global HealthVisualization of the code system with thematic main and sub codes. Credit:PLOS Global Public Health(2024). DOI: 10.1371/journal.pgph.0002959An int

Updated on:March 19,2024 16

Do you need to see a doctor for that rash?

by Robin FosterWhen should you worry about a rash? Rashes may look alike, but while over-the-counter medications can treat some rashes, others can signal a more serious condition, the American Academy

Updated on: March 18,2024 13

Do you need to see a doctor for that rash?

by Robin FosterWhen should you worry about a rash? Rashes may look alike, but while over-the-counter medications can treat some rashes, others can signal a more serious condition, the American Academy

Updated on:March 18,2024 13

Exposure to even moderate levels of radon linked to increased risk of stroke

by American Academy of NeurologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRadon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Now a new study has found exposure to this invisible, odorless gas is also linke

Updated on: March 16,2024 18

Exposure to even moderate levels of radon linked to increased risk of stroke

by American Academy of NeurologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRadon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Now a new study has found exposure to this invisible, odorless gas is also linke

Updated on:March 16,2024 18