Month: October 2022

Synthetic Turf Poses Higher Concussion Risk for Kids

Imagine your favorite sports team playing on a field that looks like grass but isn’t actually grass. That’s the reality of synthetic turf, an artificial surface that is becoming increasingly popular in schools. However, recent research suggests that this alternative to natural grass may be putting young athletes at a higher risk for concussions. Just […]

Published on October 7, 2022

EPA Proposes to Declare Aviation Lead Emissions Public Health Danger

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken a momentous step by recognizing the hazardous effects of lead emissions from piston-engine aircraft operating on leaded fuel. This groundbreaking proposal highlights that the 190,000 general aviation airplanes in the U.S. emitting leaded fuel are contributing to a public health danger. It’s like realizing that the once-beloved neighborhood […]

Published on October 7, 2022

Study Shows Retirement Affects Sleep and Exercise Habits

Like a worn-out recliner, retirement can lull you into a sedentary lifestyle. Finnish researchers used a nifty wrist gadget to measure the movements of retirees during the day. The results revealed that post-retirement, folks tend to sleep longer but exercise less. It’s like getting a new hammock in the backyard – you might find yourself […]

Published on October 7, 2022