Swansea University scientists have uncovered potentially dangerous chemical pollutants that are released from disposable face masks when submerged in water. The research reveals high levels of pollutants, including lead, antimony, and copper, within the silicon-based and plastic fibres of common disposable face masks. The work is supported by the Institute…
Coronavirus safety also pushing other diseases into 'hiding,' experts say
Researchers find less than 1% coronavirus infection rate at North Carolina day camps Emily D’Agostino, assistant professor in Duke’s Department of Family Medicine & Community Health, with insight. COVID-19 put not just humanity into quarantine, but also every other transmittable disease. As an unintended result of social distancing precautions enacted…
Mum poses topless to inspire other cancer survivors to love their bodies
Kelly Garrison, 46, was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer – a form of cancer that’s incredible aggressive and spreads fast – in August 2019. She decided that losing her breasts was a sacrifice she was happy to make if it meant she could live. The mum-of-two underwent a double…
Lessons from 4 other global pandemics throughout history
The course of human history has been shaped by infectious diseases, and the current crisis certainly won’t be the last time. However, we can capitalise on the knowledge gained from past experiences, and reflect on how we’re better off this time around. 1. The Plague, or “Black Death’ (14th Century)…
Report finds the UK is lagging behind other countries’ mortality trends
A new report reveals that more people are dying sooner than previously expected across many high-income countries, including the UK. The study, “An analysis of mortality trends in developed countries,” by the Longevity Science Panel (LSP) reveals that, contrary to what we might have expected from mortality trends over the…
Misjudging the strength of other people’s emotions based on egocentric bias
People of all ages tend to misjudge the strength of other people’s emotions based on an egocentric bias, according to a new study by Associate Professor Hajimu Hayashi, Kobe University Graduate School of Human Development and Environment. The findings were published on June 1 in the Journal of Experimental Child…
The *Other* Meningitis Vaccine College-Bound Teens Should Get
Most colleges require incoming students to receive the meningitis ACWY vaccine, but a new vaccine was approved in 2014 and it’s one many colleges do not require it yet. This vaccine is specifically for meningitis B, a less common but more deadly form of the disease. Like meningitis, which is…
Pre-cut melons at Kroger, Walmart, other stores may carry Salmonella
(HealthDay)—Pre-cut, packaged melon distributed by major grocery chains across 16 states have been tied to an outbreak of salmonella illness, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned Friday. The outbreak has so far involved 93 cases of Salmonella Carrau illness, including 23 cases so severe the patients required hospitalization, although…
Mathematicians develop model of spatial distribution of HIV and other viruses in the body for the first time
RUDN mathematicians created a mathematical model to describe spatial distribution of viruses in the body. It analyzes the growth of a virus population in space and time and evaluates the influence of their reaction with the immune system on the course of the disease. The results may be useful for…
Experts share how our relationships with each other, the world around us and ourselves can make us happy
Depending on who you ask, happiness can be a lot of things. The Dalai Lama might tell you that happiness is the practice of compassion. A song by soul legend Al Green tells us it’s “when you really feel good about somebody.” If you ask an average Joe, they could…
How to Get a Free Shake Shack Cheeseburger (& Other Food Freebies) This Week
Sick of the holiday leftovers by now? Not starting your diet until next year? Good, because Shake Shack, one of the most popular restaurants on Postmates on 2018, is offering up free cheeseburgers to help you round out the holiday season. From now through Jan. 2, all you have to…