Friday 20 May 2022

C.D.C.’s Pandemic Team Will Surrender Some Responsibilities


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Exploding E-Cigarettes Cause Traumatic Injuries in Teens

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Burns and cuts caused by e-cigarette explosions have required hospitalization and surgery for teenage vapers, warn investigators.



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Global Warming Could Mean Less Sleep for Billions

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A new study projects that by the end of this century, many could get at least two weeks of short sleep each year due to high temperatures driven by global warming.



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Big Rise in Marijuana Vaping Among U.S. Teens

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A new study finds a sharp increase in vaping, while traditional marijuana smoking declined.



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Eye Trouble May Bring Lower Scores on Seniors' Thinking Tests

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According to a new, small study, poor eyesight can lead to a misdiagnosis of mild mental decline in older people.



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