Month: September 2023

Hidden Hazards: Cleaning Products Emit Harmful Chemicals

A new study published in the ScienceDirect journal Chemosphere has revealed that even supposedly ‘green’ cleaning products can actually emit harmful chemicals. It’s like putting on a nice, clean facade only to discover a toxic wasteland hiding underneath! These volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can have negative effects on human health. VOCs are like those bullies […]

Published on September 13, 2023

How to Choose an Effective Decongestant

Just in time for flu season, a new report from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cast doubt on the effectiveness of a popular decongestant. According to advisers to the FDA, the commonly used decongestant phenylephrine is no better than a placebo. It’s like thinking you’re putting out a roaring fire with a squirt […]

Published on September 13, 2023

Moderna’s Flu Shot Packs a Bigger Punch!

Just like when Iron Man upgrades his suit to have more power, Moderna has upgraded the effectiveness of their flu shot! In a late-stage trial, Moderna’s vaccine generated a stronger immune response against all four strains of the influenza virus compared to traditional flu shots. It’s like taking on the bad guys with a souped-up […]

Published on September 13, 2023