FDA Warns: Lead-Contaminated Fruit Pouches Cause Illness in More Children
The number of children impacted by lead-contaminated apple puree pouches has increased, according to the FDA, from 34 cases last week to 52 cases currently recorded across 22 states. The main affected age group is children (1-4). Among the recalled goods are the Schnucks and Weis cinnamon applesauce pouches and WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree, which are available for purchase at Dollar Tree and Amazon.
Rising Global Temperatures Coincide with Increased Mortality in Individuals with Mental Health Issues
The growing severity of the climate disaster puts those suffering from mental health conditions including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and anxiety in grave danger. Increased ER visits for mental health issues are also correlated with rising temperatures. Suicide rates and increased anxiety are associated with extended exposure to air pollution, which is made worse by the climate catastrophe.
WHO Issues Warning of 'Relentlessly Increasing Threat' of Measles
The World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have issued a warning about the growing threat of measles to children worldwide. In Canada, measles cases have increased, largely attributed to travelers bringing the disease. Health experts emphasize the importance of vaccination to prevent further outbreaks and urge people to take vaccines seriously.
StatCan Study: Men Outpace Women in Physical Activity, Risk Factors Hinder Some Groups
According to a new Statistics Canada research, 49% of men and 38% of women fulfill the weekly requirement of at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. This indicates that males are more likely than women to meet this benchmark. Based on data from 2007 to 2019, the study demonstrates that different demographic groups had different levels of activity, with women having lower rates irrespective of age, wealth, and other variables.
Expert Advice for Aspiring Nurses: What You Need to Know
COVID-19 led to a drop in healthcare workers, with burnt-out nurses seeking new careers. In Canada, there's a shortage of 35,000 healthcare jobs. Becoming a nurse, whether an RN or RPN, requires education and licensing. Nursing offers diverse career paths beyond hospitals and academia, like home care or crisis intervention.
Study Reveals Oral Birth Control May Affect Brain's Fear Response
According to a Canadian study, oral contraceptives may have an impact on how the brain regulates emotions, especially when it comes to processing fear. Scientists looking into the long-term effects of birth control pills on more than 150 million users worldwide discovered that the synthetic sex hormones in these tablets may have an impact on the fear processes in the brain.