Hanoi, Vietnam — A significant new study spanning over a decade has linked waterpipe tobacco smoking, also known as hookah, to a heightened risk of fatal cancers compared to non-smokers. The findings, published in JAMA Oncology, reveal a greater mortality risk from cancers including liver, lung, nasopharyngeal, and stomach cancers, posing serious health concerns for … Read more
London, UK – A recent clinical trial conducted by GSK has shown promising results in treating blood cancer patients. The study found that the drug developed by the pharmaceutical company can reduce the risk of death by almost half in patients with advanced stages of the disease. The drug, which goes by the name of … Read more
Arlington, Texas – An investigation uncovers the disturbing reality of unregulated boarding homes in the state, posing a significant risk to vulnerable individuals. The lack of oversight in many cities, including Arlington, Grand Prairie, and Mansfield, allows operators like Regla “Su” Becquer to exploit and harm those under their care. Angelique Estes shares her harrowing … Read more
Mumbai, India – Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman expressed concerns over the increasing trend of retail investors entering the stock market during a recent event at the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). Sitharaman emphasized the importance of safeguarding household savings amidst the growing participation in derivative trading by individual investors. The minister highlighted the potential risks associated … Read more
Oak Grove, Alabama – The Oak Grove community in West Jefferson County is on edge following a devastating home explosion that claimed the life of W.M. Griffice. The mysterious explosion has left residents concerned about their safety in the wake of the tragedy. Locals suspect that a possible build-up of gases from mining activities at … Read more
Atlanta, Georgia – Despite the presence of texting and driving laws in 48 states, the practice remains a significant hazard on American roads. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), cell phone use while driving is a key factor in distraction-affected crashes, accounting for 8 percent of all fatal traffic accidents in 2022. … Read more
Toronto, Canada – Health Canada has issued recalls for several medical devices, raising concerns about potential risks to patients. One of the devices in question is the OmniLab Advanced, primarily used for individuals with sleep apnea, a condition characterized by interrupted breathing during sleep. The agency warns that the device’s ventilator may experience internal errors, … Read more
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have recently confirmed the benefits of using “polypills” for preventing heart attacks, strokes, and reducing deaths among individuals with cardiovascular risk factors. These polypills, which combine medications targeting conditions related to cardiovascular disease, have long been hailed as a promising strategy to improve public health. … Read more
Truro, Cornwall – The tragic death of charity worker Michaela Hall at the hands of her partner, Lee Kendall, has raised serious concerns about the failures in the probation service that allowed a serial violent offender to commit femicide. Despite numerous warning signs and a history of abuse, Kendall was wrongly assessed as only a … Read more
Boston, Massachusetts – Data reveals a concerning trend of increasing attacks on correction officers in state prisons. These attacks have left many officers feeling unsafe while carrying out their duties. Incidents of violence towards these correction officers are on the rise, prompting discussions on the safety and security of those working in correctional facilities across … Read more