Tag #Health Risks

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High Sugar Consumption in Germany Poses Significant Health Risks

Germany's 2023 sugar consumption, exceeding 86,000 tons of holiday sweets and pervasive in processed foods, contributes to an average annual intake of 33kg per person, increasing risks of diabetes, dementia, and cancer.

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400+ Chemicals in Plastics Linked to Breast Cancer, Disproportionately Affecting Young Women

Over 400 chemicals in common plastics are linked to breast cancer, disproportionately impacting young women due to widespread exposure from food packaging and personal care products; the study highlights the urgent need for stronger regulations and reduced plastic production.

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Health Risks of Reusing Single-Use Plastics

Reusing single-use plastics like water bottles and takeout containers exposes individuals to potentially harmful chemicals and microplastics; experts recommend avoiding this practice, particularly heating plastics, and switching to safer alternatives like glass or metal.

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Vapear daña las arterias incluso sin nicotina

Un nuevo estudio muestra que vapear, incluso sin nicotina, reduce la velocidad del flujo sanguíneo y la saturación de oxígeno, lo que sugiere un mayor riesgo de enfermedades vasculares; el 32% de los jóvenes de 15 años han probado el vapeo.

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La irregularidad del sueño incrementa el riesgo cardiovascular en un 26%, según un estudio.

Un estudio de ocho años que analizó los datos de 72,269 participantes encontró que las personas con patrones de sueño irregulares tenían un 26% más de probabilidades de sufrir un evento cardiovascular importante, incluso si dormían la cantidad recomendada de sueño.

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Candle Emissions: Health Risks and Regulatory Gaps

Burning candles, especially those made from paraffin wax, releases harmful VOCs like toluene and benzene, potentially causing health problems; however, research is limited and regulations are lacking.

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Alternative Healer Jailed for Manslaughter After Patient's Death at Workshop

Hongchi Xiao, a Chinese alternative healer promoting "slapping therapy," was sentenced to 15 years in prison for the gross negligence manslaughter of a British woman, Danielle Carr-Gomm, 71, who died after following his advice to stop taking insulin and fast during a Wiltshire workshop, mirroring a ...

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Glifosato: Estudio revela daño cerebral persistente incluso a bajas dosis

Un nuevo estudio muestra que la exposición al herbicida glifosato causa inflamación cerebral persistente en ratones, incluso a bajas dosis, con síntomas similares al Alzheimer y ansiedad, desafiando las afirmaciones de seguridad de la EPA y la EFSA.

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Low-Level Glyphosate Exposure Linked to Persistent Alzheimer's-Like Brain Changes in Mice

A study on mice revealed that low-level exposure to glyphosate, a common herbicide found in various foods, caused persistent Alzheimer's-like brain changes, raising concerns about its long-term health effects and the need for further human research.

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Harvard Doctor Issues Warning: Fragrances Linked to Cancer and Infertility

Harvard professor Dr. Trisha Pasricha warns against using perfumes and colognes due to evidence linking phthalates, endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in many scented products, to cancer, infertility, and other health problems; the FDA lacks sufficient data on their safety, while stricter regulati...

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Apple Accessory Contains Cancer-Linked Chemical: BPA in Belkin Charger Sparks Health Concerns

Apple's Belkin BoostCharge Pro wireless charger contains BPA, a chemical linked to birth defects and cancer, prompting concerns among consumers due to skin absorption potential and differing US-EU regulations.

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E-waste Poisons Poor Countries

This article examines the devastating consequences of e-waste trafficking and improper disposal in Ghana, highlighting the health risks to those who process it and the lack of effective international regulation.

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