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The Herbal Drug Kratom Has Been Linked to Almost 100 Deaths
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The Herbal Drug Kratom Has Been Linked to Almost 100 Deaths

The over-the-counter herbal drug Kratom found itself in the headlines once again in April 2019. It was linked to a nationwide salmonella outbreak in 2018 and caused 91 overdose deaths between July 2016 and December 2017, according to the CDC. Though this may sound like a low number, it’s important to compare it to the…

Working Long Hours Increases Risk of Stroke by 45 Percent, New Study Says
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Working Long Hours Increases Risk of Stroke by 45 Percent, New Study Says

Americans work hard. For many, this is a source of pride and accomplishment. But working long hours habitually could put your health at risk. A study published in AHA Journals in June 2019 shows that working 10 hours or more per day could increase your risk of a stroke. A stroke is when blood a…

A Rising Number of Deaths Linked to Vaping Leads to Call for Immediate Ban
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A Rising Number of Deaths Linked to Vaping Leads to Call for Immediate Ban

As a parent and a physician, it’s been difficult to watch so many young people getting addicted to these products. And I think that’s the driving force behind the position of the American Medical Association (AMA). Their goal is to stop yet another generation of addicts dependent on unhealthy products. So they’re working to keep…

Here’s What Getting Less Than 7 Hours of Sleep a Night Can Do to You
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Here’s What Getting Less Than 7 Hours of Sleep a Night Can Do to You

Sleep is brain food that is vital for good health. Not only does it affect our energy levels, but also our ability to think, pay attention, make decisions, and be productive. And a new study found sleep can also affect our ability to lose weight. How Is Sleep-Related To Weight Loss? Researchers evaluated almost 2,000…

One Person Has Died and Eight More Hospitalized Due to Salmonella Linked to Ground Beef
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One Person Has Died and Eight More Hospitalized Due to Salmonella Linked to Ground Beef

What Strain Of Salmonella Was Found? The strain in question is called Salmonella Dublin. It is a dangerous bacteria that can cause serious disease and even death in cattle. It is less severe for humans but can lead to bloodstream infections and long hospital stays. Numbers are on the rise and infection can be difficult…