Friday 27 September 2019

Poll: Many Young Americans Think Vaping is Safe

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More than 20% of 18- to 38-year-olds called vaping harmless and nonaddictive; nearly 30% said flavored e-cigarettes do less damage to the lungs than unflavored ones.



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Legionnaires Cases in North Carolina Rise to 25

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The number of cases of Legionnaires' disease tied to the North Carolina Mountain State fair has risen to 25, with one death, according to the state division of public health.



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Thursday 26 September 2019

Heartburn Drugs and Cancer: What Are the Risks?

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FDA testing found the impurity in generic versions and in brand-name Zantac. Already, one major manufacturer has recalled its version of the drug, and another has ceased distribution.



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More U.S. Kids Being Diagnosed With Autism, ADHD

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Researchers found that between 2009 and 2017, the percentage of U.S. children and teens with a developmental disability rose from just over 16% to nearly 18%.



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Extreme Exercise Might Dull the Brain, Study Says

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The findings show that despite the benefits of endurance sports, an excessive training load can have ill effects on your brain, French researchers said.



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