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As Texas lawmakers debate a ban on the synthetic THC industry, another unregulated, but deadlier synthetic drug known as kratom is lying in wait to take over the ever-growing statewide demand for recreational drugs. Data provided from the Texas Poison Center Network reflects a slow climb in kratom-related cases, from 83 in 2019 to 123 […]

A woman who noticed a lump on her leg spent weeks fighting for a diagnosis, with doctors even suggesting it could be cellulitis or even endometriosis in the skin. But nothing could prepare her for what a biopsy revealed. Jacquelyn Aleece was on vacation with her husband and friends in early July when she discovered […]

In the world of fat activism, the “O-words”—overweight and obesity—are expressly verboten. That’s because advocates and “fat studies” scholars want to destigmatize and accommodate fatness—their preferred term—and push back against the view that overweight or obese people are somehow abnormal or diseased. Now a third problematic O-word has emerged: Ozempic. From the perspective of these […]

Lothar Schermelleh Super-resolution microscopes showcase the inner lives of cells Using a tiny, spherical glass lens sandwiched between two brass plates, the 17th-century Dutch microscopist Antonie van Leeuwenhoek was the first to officially describe red blood cells and sperm cells in human tissues, and observe “animalcules” — bacteria and protists — in the water of […]

On average year-round, Americans spending roughly 90 percent of their time indoors, which causes the concentration of some pollutants to be 2 to 5 times higher than outdoor levels. As we head into colder weather, when windows and doors are closed more often and air stagnates, now is a good time to start thinking about […]

The tragic collapse and death of American thoroughbred racehorse Practical Move after a morning gallop in October 2023, suspected to be caused by sudden cardiac death, highlights a crucial link between animal and human health. This echoes the harrowing experience of footballer Fabrice Muamba, who collapsed during an FA Cup match in 2012 due to […]

Reef-Safe Sunscreen Brands: 5 Brands You Can Trust Sunscreen is essential for protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful rays, but not all formulas are kind to the planet.  More and more, we’re seeing the impact that common chemicals have on delicate ocean life, particularly in coral reefs. That’s where reef-safe sunscreen comes in.  Made […]

Imagine you purchase a bag of gummies labeled nootropic – a term used to describe substances that claim to enhance mental ability and function, or “smart drugs.” However, within hours of consuming them, your heart starts racing, you’re nauseated and vomiting. Then you begin convulsing and have a seizure, resulting in a trip to the […]

Common Maternal Infections During Pregnancy: New Research Offers Reassurance Extensive research, drawing upon nationwide data from Denmark, suggests that routine infections experienced by expectant mothers are unlikely to significantly impact their children’s cognitive abilities later in life. This comprehensive study, one of the largest of its kind, analysed the academic performance and intelligence quotient (IQ) […]