Cold climate residents die sooner in cold snaps, study finds
The Lancet reports European researchers show higher mortality increases from temperature drops in warmer regions like Greece than in colder ones such as Finland. The study, from 1988 to 1992, cites better preparedness and clothing as factors. The American Heart Association advises layered clothing, hats, scarves, and keeping hands and feet warm.
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Cough Syrup Thickness Debunked by University of Florida
University of Florida researchers say thickness of cough syrup does not affect efficacy. Dr. Don Bolser notes the syrup and active drug ingredients work, while marketing studies mislead by implying thicker mixtures are better. The key is drug type and dose, not viscosity.
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Veterinary School
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Sponging off germs raises risk from reused sponges
A microbiologist warns that touching used sponges or dishcloths spreads more germs than many day to day contacts. Sponges can transfer bacteria like salmonella and staphylococcus to surfaces, especially when not drying fully between uses. Use diluted chlorine for five minutes to clean sponges, avoid dishwasher or microwave cleaning, air dry, and launder daily or every two days. Some self disinfecting sponges exist to kill bacteria before growth.
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Carlos Enriquez
Arizona
Enriquez
No thanks for the memories in hypnosis study
Ohio State University psychologist Dr. Joseph Green hypnotized 48 students to test memory accuracy under hypnosis. Warned participants versus unwarned groups showed 28 and 44 percent claiming heard noises at 4 a.m. The study highlights that hypnosis can produce false memories and urges seeking licensed professionals for treatment.
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Ohio State University
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