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Vaping linked to heart rhythm issues.

E-cigarette liquids have been found to contain ingredients that can slow down heart rate and affect the heart’s conduction system, potentially leading to sudden cardiac

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Heatwave Claims 4,500 Lives in Germany

The effects of climate change are becoming increasingly apparent in Germany, with rising temperatures and droughts. A recent study conducted by the Robert Koch Institute

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Tripled Heat Days in Germany

The impact of climate change on Germany is becoming increasingly evident, with a new study from the Mercator Research Institute on Global Commons and Climate

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Coffee consumption reduces mortality risk

Regular coffee consumption, both sweetened and unsweetened, has been found to significantly reduce the risk of mortality. However, this positive effect is not present in

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Cleaning increases men’s mortality risk

Male cleaning staff have a 45% higher risk of death than office workers, according to a study by the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. The study, which

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Alcohol and Tobacco Age Brain Quickly

A new study conducted by the University of Southern California has found that even moderate alcohol and tobacco consumption can lead to premature aging of

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Medication Increases Childhood Cancer Risk

Children and adolescents who consume medications containing phthalates are at a significantly higher risk of developing bone cancer and lymphomas, according to a study by

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More Treatments for Problematic Cannabis Use

The use of cannabis in Europe has increased by a quarter between 2010 and 2019, according to a study by the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf.

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Aspirin Increases Heart Failure Risk?

A recent study has shown that taking aspirin as a preventative measure can significantly increase the risk of heart failure. Aspirin, which contains acetylsalicylic acid

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Beware of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in dog food.

Raw frozen dog food often contains multi-resistant bacteria that can also infect humans, according to a study by researchers at the University of Porto. The