health risks

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning to consumers to avoid using human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) weight-loss products, which are typically sold in the form of oral drops, pellets, and sprays. These products, often found online, at weight loss clinics, and in some retail stores, are marketed with promises of rapid weight loss and metabolic "resetting" when paired with severely restrictive calorie diets.

A Cairns family is urging residents to take extra precautions amid an outbreak of melioidosis, a rare but potentially fatal bacterial disease that has already claimed four lives in the region this year.

Explore the significant role of dietary habits in the formation of kidney stones. This blog post discusses how different types of fatty acids influence kidney health and offers insights from recent research. Discover the connection between dietary choices and kidney stone risk, and learn about modifiable risk factors to enhance kidney health through informed dietary recommendations.

Learn about per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), their impact on public health, and the urgent need for stricter regulations. Recent studies reveal links between PFAS exposure and cancer, highlighting over 6,800 annual cases in the U.S. Discover how these 'forever chemicals' persist in the environment and what individuals can do to protect their families from contamination. Stay informed about local water quality issues and advocate for stronger regulations to ensure safer drinking water for communities.