Public health
fromMail Online
2 days agoWarning as venomous insect imported from China invades US states
Asian needle ants are invading the US, causing severe allergic reactions and posing health risks.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months agoTell us: have you ever had an allergic reaction caused by your clothes?
Research has shown that synthetic fabrics, particularly from fast fashion retailers, are often treated with a range of hazardous chemicals - including dyes containing heavy metals such as lead, antimicrobial agents, and anti wrinkle treatments - that can cause allergic reactions such as skin irritation or respiratory issues in some people. If you have had an allergic reaction, or more serious health effects, that you suspect have been caused by your clothes we want to hear from you.
Public health
fromSlate Magazine
8 months agoI Searched High and Low for This Magical Relief From Itcing Bug Bites. There Was One Easy Way to Track It Down.
I lived among North American mosquitoes for the first 35 years of my life, which would sometimes cause bites about the size of the pad of my pinkie finger. They might've stuck around for a week or so, but they were manageable. All I had to do was try not to scratch, slap some calamine lotion on if it got really uncomfortable, and carry on with my life.
Medicine
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
10 months agoThis Invasive Ant's Sting Is like Fiberglass under the Skin. Here's How to Avoid It
The Asian needle ant is not a new invasive species but can cause severe allergic reactions, making awareness crucial.
Increased summer activity leads to more encounters with the Asian needle ant, prompting warnings due to its painful sting.
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