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1. IntroductionChicken eggs are commonly consumed by individuals worldwide, regardless of race and religion, but eggshells are not considered edible, and most are discarded, amounting to approximately 8.58 million metric tons of…

3.1. BJa3 and MCal1 Produce Volatile Compounds with Antifungal ActivityNumerous species within the genus Pseudomonas are known inhabitants of soil and rhizosphere environments, and concurrently display antagonistic behaviors against…

Homes built before 1978 are very likely to contain lead paint March 28, 2024 BOSTON (Mar. 28, 2024) – The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) initiative to…

WASHINGTON, DC (September 13, 2023) -- The Ad Council, National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service are releasing new PSAs today as part of the iconic Smokey Bear Wildfire Prevention campaign. Inspiring the public…

March 25, 2024 | Ottawa, Ontario | Public Health Agency of Canada Family and gender-based violence can have devastating impacts on the physical and mental health of survivors, and lasting consequences for families, individuals,…

It’s difficult to imagine a more contagious disease than whooping cough. For adolescents and adults, whooping cough, or pertussis, is a huge bother: cold symptoms, followed by a cough that takes weeks or months to resolve. Missed work…

A team of international researchers — including experts from the University of Central Florida and Emory University — has proven, for the first time in a field study, that using folic acid-fortified iodized table salt can prevent…

Is it possible to read your e-mails while keeping weekend plans in mind and listening to someone on the phone? Multitasking is part and parcel of our daily lives, with teleworking and the rapid expansion – if not invasion – of…

March 7, 2024 – Ottawa, Ontario – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada / Canadian Food Inspection Agency By protecting Canadian livestock through proactive prevention and preparedness measures for diseases, we’re supporting the…

Some cancer treatments cause what is known as chemo brain, generally defined as memory and concentration problemsWangbar/Alamy An experimental treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that involves flickering lights and…

Some cancer treatments cause what is known as chemo brain, generally defined as memory and concentration problems Wangbar/Alamy An experimental treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that involves flickering lights and low-pitched…

Some cancer treatments cause what is known as chemo brain, generally defined as memory and concentration problemsWangbar/Alamy An experimental treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that involves flickering lights and…

Pittsburgh Steelers’ Hines Ward is hit by Tennessee Titans’ Cortland FinneganAP Photo/John Russell/Alamy IN NOVEMBER 2022, a young woman called Heather Anderson killed herself at an army barracks in Perth, Australia.…

In the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), South African, Burundian and Tanzanian troops are fighting against the Rwandan army, which has deployed in support of the rebellion by the March 23 Movement, or M23. Soldiers…

1. IntroductionKidney transplantation is the preferred treatment for end-stage kidney disease, offering improved quality of life and survival compared to dialysis . However, despite advances in surgical techniques and immunosuppression,…

Statistics say at least one person in The Bahamas will die of coronary heart disease or have a heart attack every day of the year. Blood flow to their heart will either…

WASHINGTON—The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking comment from the public on how U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can reduce barriers that prevent both U.S. and foreign citizens from obtaining access to the…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnBXbayUIZ8 GENEVA (ILO News) – Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) measures are key to building an inclusive, integrated and gender-responsive approach to preventing and eliminating violence and…

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis could also prevent the disease in individuals deemed to be at…

Posted on February 22nd, 2024 by Dr. Monica M. Bertagnolli Zinc in the inner ear is…

School uniforms may restrict movement, making children less activeDan Kenyon/Getty Images Wearing a uniform to school has been linked to young children getting insufficient amounts of exercise, particularly girls.…

School uniforms may restrict movement, making children less activeDan Kenyon/Getty Images Wearing a uniform to school has been linked to young children getting insufficient amounts of exercise, particularly girls.…

The minor irrigation department has taken up the river bank protection work under the Khar land protection work for about 1.5 km of Netravathi River from Netravathi Bridge till Jalligudde on Friday, February 9 in Mangaluru. | Photo…

Approximately 10% of babies worldwide are born three or more weeks before their due date -- making premature birth the leading cause of death for children under 5 globally. In the U.S., advanced medical care enables most…

Visual Abstract. Apixaban to Prevent Recurrence After Cryptogenic Stroke in Patients With Atrial Cardiopathy. Credit: JAMA, (2024). doi:10.1001/jama.2023.27188…

New research suggests healthy lifestyles can help stave off dementia, perhaps by building a resilient 'cognitive reserve' in the aging brain.…

The city needs a systematic solution from administrators and the government to prevent floods. “If a roof leaks, the roof needs to be fixed. Changing the bucket that has been collecting water from the leaky roof will not do good,” said…

1. IntroductionPrediabetes is a term used to describe individuals whose glucose levels do not meet the criteria for diabetes but who have abnormal carbohydrate metabolism . It is considered an intermediate stage of glucose dysregulation…

Measles stands as one of the most highly contagious diseases among the array of viruses known to us. In fact, it’s so contagious that merely entering a room, up to two hours after it was vacated by an infected person, can lead to…

WASHINGTON, Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Beer Institute, the oldest national trade association representing the beer industry, released the following statement after Rep. Ken Buck (CO-04) introduced H.R.7078, The False…

A new study is the first to report evidence that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin may lessen the adverse effects of air pollution exposure on lung function. The team of researchers from the Columbia Mailman…

January 24, 2024 Lawmakers Recommend Commerce Act to Reform Firearm License Approval and Monitoring Policies  Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Dick Durbin…

We know that not all birth defects can be prevented. But, we also know that women can increase their chances of having a healthy baby by managing health conditions and adopting healthy behaviors before becoming pregnant. 1. Plan ahead.…

For immediate release: January 10, 2024 Boston, MA—To help prevent preeclampsia and preterm birth—common complications in pregnancy that can be fatal to women and newborns—low-dose calcium supplementation (equivalent to one…

BROOKLYN, N.Y. and SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Underdog Fantasy, the fast-growing sports gaming platform, today announced a new partnership with Sift, the leader in Digital Trust & Safety, to protect users…

The National Weather Service is warning King County residents about the possibility of high winds this week. High winds can lead to downed power lines and power outages which increases the possibility of carbon monoxide (CO)…

The National Weather Service is warning King County residents about the possibility of high winds this week. High winds can lead to downed power lines and power outages which increases the possibility of carbon monoxide (CO)…

January 8, 2024 WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule that prevents companies from starting or resuming the manufacture or…

On October 1, 2021, this report was posted online as an MMWR Early Release.Kim Van Naarden Braun, PhD1,2; Mark Drexler, MD1,2,3; Ranna A. Rozenfeld, MD1,4; Eytan Deener-Agus1; Rebecca Greenstein1; Michael Agus, MD1,2,5; Mark Joffe,…

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain For many, minor memory loss, sometimes referred to as a senior moment, is a normal part of aging.…

Act now: Test, fix, save a life January 4, 2024 WASHINGTON – Each January, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recognizes National Radon Action Month to protect…

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), today awarded $5.9 million to states, tribes and college campuses for youth suicide prevention…

Guided-missile destroyer USS Carney engaging with Houthi missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles in the Red Sea on Oct. 19. (U.S. Navy, Aaron Lau)by Medea Benjamin and Nicolas J. S. Davies While Secretary of…

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Prevent Injury and Disability from Falls: Fall Prevention Awareness Week…

December 14, 2023 — A new study published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases estimates that flu vaccination reduced the risk of flu-related emergency department and urgent care (ED/UC) visits by almost half and hospitalizations by…

In 2016, 115 Americans died every day from an opioid overdose – that is more than 42,000 drug overdose deaths that involved an opioid including prescription opioids, heroin, and/or illicitly manufactured fentanyl. Prescription…

​​Funding From Federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program Will Support Resiliency Projects for Diverse Community Groups ANNAPOLIS, MD – Today, the Moore-Miller Administration announced more than $15.9 million will be awarded in part…

The UN chief delivered his impassioned appeal at the high-level opening of the Global Climate Action Summit, which will see world leaders and Heads of State and Government taking centre stage for the next two days in the Al Waha Theatre…