Category : Health
Summer wave spikes COVID-19 levels in South Korean sewage
South Korea’s latest COVID-19 data reveals a significant spike in virus levels within wastewater amid an ongoing summer outbreak, officials reported. According to the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA), the concentration of COVID-19 detected in sewage treatment facilities has seen a near doubling over the past week, a clear indicator of......
Italy, Korea, France ramp up response to MPox threat
Italy and Korea have heightened their alert levels, while France anticipates sporadic cases as MPox poses a growing threat globally. These nations are stepping up their public health responses amid increasing infections and global concerns about the disease’s spread. In Italy, health authorities have noted a significant spike in MPox cases, prompting......
Cooking oil scandal in China sparks increase in demand for home oil presses
A recent scandal involving cooking oil in China has led to a surge in local demand for home oil presses, reflecting growing concerns about food safety. Authorities have launched an investigation following reports that a major state-owned company used fuel tankers to transport cooking oil. The revelation has sparked widespread......
Healthy lifestyles could slash cancer rates by 40%
A recent American Cancer Society study highlights that up to 40% of new cancer diagnoses and 44% of cancer-related deaths among adults over 30 could be prevented through changes in lifestyle. Published this week, the study underscores the detrimental effects of smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and obesity, all significant contributors to cancer......
FDA finds cancer-linked dye in widely distributed soda drinks
In a recent enforcement notice issued by the FDA, a prominent soda company has initiated a recall of several of its products due to undisclosed chemicals and preservatives, including a dye associated with cancer risk. The recall encompasses four beverages manufactured by the Charles Boggini Company, which are widely distributed and sold......
FDA finds cancer-linked dye in widely distributed soda drinks
In a recent enforcement notice issued by the FDA, a prominent soda company has initiated a recall of several of its products due to undisclosed chemicals and preservatives, including a dye associated with cancer risk. The recall encompasses four beverages manufactured by the Charles Boggini Company, which are widely distributed and sold......
Japanese bread recall amid rat remains discovery
Loaves of bread have been withdrawn from store shelves across Japan following the discovery of what is believed to be the remains of a small animal, suspected to be a rat. Production of the bread was immediately halted at a factory in Tokyo, with Pasco Shikishima Corp. recalling 104,000 packages of......
Health alert – rat urine tied to soaring cases in NYC streets
Health officials in New York City are grappling with a surge in cases of a rare disease associated with rat urine, particularly among sanitation workers who are routinely exposed to these pests. This concerning trend comes just a year after the city appointed a “rat czar” to lead efforts against......
Calories, not fasting, identified as primary for weight loss
A recent study casts doubt on the widely held belief that intermittent fasting, also known as time-restricted eating, is an effective weight loss strategy. Contrary to popular assumptions about its metabolic benefits, the study suggests that the key to weight loss may simply lie in reducing overall calorie intake, rather......
Discover the healing potential of rosemary against inflammation
Inflammation, a common bodily response to injury or infection, can wreak havoc if left unchecked. While acute inflammation is short-lived, chronic inflammation, if persistent, poses significant health risks, contributing to various diseases including cardiovascular issues and mental health conditions. Amidst growing concerns, dietitians are spotlighting the efficacy of rosemary, a herb......