"Our homes are full of plastic, and the kitchen is no exception. The problem: Chemicals in plastic containers and other kitchenware may leach into the foods or drinks that they're holding. Scientific evidence suggests that some of these chemicals may be harmful to people,...
A study done this past week has found that 1 in 3 popular toys on our store shelves this holiday season have significant levels of toxic chemicals including lead, flame retardants, and arsenic. Some products...
created by Mary Richard | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago 985 views | 29 recommendations | 5 comments
Looks like worries of an epidemic of Spinal Tap style spontaneous human combustions is out of the question for Californians. A shocking report is released by journal Environmental Science &...
A new study shows that burning incense isn't a very healthy aromatherapy alternative. The smoke poses a significant cancer risk particularly in places where it's in abundant supply, like temples and homes in many...
created by Rob Peters | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago 851 views | 3 recommendations | 2 comments
Will generations of kids raised with "online lives" have less grasp of reality and be at psychological risk? Some health professionals see real problems ahead."Children growing up amid the rise of social networking Web sites may have a "potentially dangerous" view of the...
created by PEP | 3 years ago 694 views | 5 recommendations | 1 comment
Dr. Scholl's might have the cure to the ocean's red, itchy, inflammations."Two agents used to treat athlete's foot may also help battle harmful algal blooms, which can be toxic to fish and shellfish, and potentially lethal to humans."Coming soon, gel inserts for the seven...
Change of leadership in Cuba has brought a whiff of changes. Cubans have realised benefits of free economy and as first step they allowed mobile phones. Now old system of same pay for everyone is going to be...
created by Sanjay Jha | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago 234 views | 5 recommendations | 2 comments
"The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today requested that SEI Pharmaceuticals, of Miami, Fla., recall all Xiadafil VIP Tabs sold in 8 tablet bottles (Lot # 6K029) or blister cards of 2 tablets (Lot #...
created by greg1usa | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago 306 views | 5 recommendations | 1 comment
Sunscreen use is highly recommended by doctors and dermatologists to help prevent melanoma and other skin cancers and diseases. However, once you dive into the water and it starts to come off, where does all that...
Gives you something to aim at I guess."Row over fish in urinal A Chinese restaurant has been criticised - for keeping ornamental fish in a urinal. The restaurant in Changchun city has...
created by agdobson | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago 522 views | 0 recommendations | 1 comment
According to a study conducted by Hyderabad based DRR rice which is over 36 months old is most affected by the fungus and if such rice is cooked and eaten may cause cancer. We all prefer old rice since it cooks easily but since old rice has a chance of getting infested...
created by SHIVAPRASAD | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago 192 views | 0 recommendations | 0 comments
Newly published scientific data showing that humans really have spoiled their habitat. Remember the saying "Act Local Think Global"? Its not too late to change our practices!Start with a copy of the Chemical Maze...
created by Maireid Sullivan | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago 516 views | 0 recommendations | 0 comments
Mother Sues Over 4-Month-Old's Cough Medicine Death"CHICAGO — A mother whose 4-month-old son died after taking over-the-counter cough and cold medicines sued two distributors of the drugs, saying they should have known the dangers of a key ingredient and warned...
created by comoms | 4 years ago 965 views | 0 recommendations | 1 comment
OpinionBarry Artiste, Now Public ContributorThough Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is a serious issue, The political left party in Canada, the New Democratic Party feel we need more warning labels on alcohol. Do we...
created by Barry ORegan | 4 years ago | updated 4 years ago 499 views | 0 recommendations | 0 comments
Higher levels of drinking in affluent areas is highlighted in a recent study. One of the reasons being given is that they can afford too, also that they have more stressful lives. The drinking culture is also more...