Fiberglass has been the fire barrier of choice for many a mattress for a long time. You can usually find it in one of two places: the mattress cover, or a thin internal sleeve that's usually called a "fire sock." Fiberglass is very good as a flame retardant since it won't burn and has an extremely high melting point, 2,237 degrees Fahrenheit. It's a cheap material that's easy to integrate into a mattress.
BMI can be a helpful tool due to how inexpensive and accessible it is. Aside from a scale, all you need to calculate your BMI is a calculator or online tool. However, while BMI is a quick way to determine your weight classification, it might not be the best choice for everyone.
Certain kinds of gut microbes absorb toxic Pfas forever chemicals and help expel them from the body via feces. This research shows microbes can remove up to 75% of some Pfas from the gut.
A new report reveals that children as young as 10 are accessing tanning machines, prompting Ireland to potentially ban commercial sunbeds due to associated cancer risks.
Removing a tick can be challenging, but it is essential to do so carefully to minimize the risk of disease transmission. The proper method includes using fine-tipped tweezers, grasping the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible, and pulling upward with steady, even pressure.
"While waxing doesn't necessarily weaken the immune system, it does breach the skin barrier by creating openings for bacteria to get into the deeper tissues, thus creating the opportunity for infection."
"Data indicates that there are no health effects from the incidental ingestion of nonstick coating flakes," the company that produces Teflon says, noting that the government has deemed the cookware "safe for consumer use." Still, it warns people to turn their burners down and air vents up when they use their nonstick pans, and to avoid preheating them empty.
Employees desire autonomy in deciding how and when to reduce sedentary behaviors while working from home. They seek organizational support for these initiatives and want to incorporate social interactions into their routines.
"As a pediatric emergency medicine physician and parent to three small children, firework safety is paramount, and I would never let my own children play with or assist with fireworks," Dr. Tyler Rainer, a pediatric emergency doctor at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, tells TODAY.com.
The cause of death for Christopher Sedgewick was determined to be acute alcohol toxicity against a background of alcohol-related fatty liver disease, likely from chronic alcohol misuse.
Genomics is sort of the tip of the spear, because you can actually profile some of the vulnerabilities that a child will have for their entire lifetime at the moment of birth through their DNA.
The research analyzed insurance claims from over 78,000 young women, revealing a 23% increased risk of autonomic dysfunction and a 30% higher likelihood of menstrual irregularities post-vaccination.
Buying a house with mold raises health concerns and potential structural damage, but it may also provide negotiating power for buyers looking for a bargain.