Navigating summer body image with positive memories
Advice from Sullivan and Associates Psychology on embracing summer joy and meaning without chasing unrealistic body ideals. Encourages media literacy self compassion and flexible rules while suggesting neutral self talk and discussing concerns with loved ones and professionals.
Fireworks dangers highlighted by bystander injuries and animal harm
A chronicle column warns fireworks cause life changing injuries and wildlife stress. It cites 2022 emergency room data with over 10 200 injuries mostly July 1 4 15 percent eye injuries and burns. Teen boys 15 to 19 are most affected and lower income neighborhoods see higher risk.
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Frontiers In Veterinary Science
Netherlands
Michigan
No evidence mouth taping helps and may harm sleep
Canadian researchers find no health benefits from mouth taping and warn of potential harm for sleep apnea patients. Experts note nose breathing issues may stem from mechanical blockages like deviated septum or nasal polyps, urging medical evaluation rather than DIY taping.
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Plos One
Brian Rotenberg
London Health Sciences Centre
St. Joseph’s Health Care
London
Rotenberg
Mark Boules
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Boulos
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