FDA Memo Questions Effectiveness of Authorized Fruit-Flavored E-Cigarettes
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Regulators' new details indicate fruity vapes were not significantly better than tobacco-flavored alternatives at helping smokers quit.
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FDA Approves First New Sunscreen Ingredient in Over 20 Years
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Bemotrizinol, a popular ingredient in European and Asian sunscreens, has received FDA approval, offering enhanced UV protection for American consumers.
New Sunscreen Ingredient Bemotrizinol Approved in US After Decades
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Bemotrizinol, or BEMT, is the first new sunscreen ingredient to gain US approval in nearly 30 years, promising broader protection and improved cosmetic appeal.
Hazardous Chemicals Found in Popular 'Squishy Dumpling' Toys
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Tests reveal volatile organic compounds in some versions of the trendy sensory toys, raising safety concerns for children.
Flesh-Eating Parasite Detected in Second U.S. State, Prompting Local Disaster Declarations
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New World Screwworm cases confirmed in New Mexico, with thousands of human infections reported globally.
Unraveling Outbreak Origins: From Soho Cholera to Modern Challenges
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Investigating the source of infectious disease outbreaks, a practice pioneered by John Snow, remains crucial but increasingly complex.
Cancer Deaths Decline as Treatments Advance, Fueled by Research
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Dramatic survival gains and new prevention strategies emerge, but funding cuts pose a threat to continued progress.
Study Suggests Spoiled Children May Be More Prone to Psychopathic Traits
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New research indicates a potential link between excessive indulgence in childhood and the development of characteristics associated with psychopathy later in life.
Older Adults Less Likely to Heed Heat Health Alerts, Study Finds
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New research indicates a significant portion of the population, particularly older individuals, do not receive or act on heat health warnings, despite being most vulnerable.