Month: March 2025

Microplastics Linked to Drug-Resistant Bacteria

The microplastics that pollute the environment and increasingly find their way into humans and animals can help bacteria become drug resistant, according to new research. E. coli bacteria exposed to microplastics in test tubes became resistant to multiple types of commonly… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on March 12, 2025

White Noise Machines Can Harm Hearing

White noise machines are designed to produce a consistent sound that masks other noises in the environment. They generate a soothing, steady sound that can resemble the hum of an air conditioner, the gentle rush of wind, or the soft patter of rainfall. These machines are… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on March 12, 2025

Blind to the burn: Misconceptions about skin cancer risk in the US

Experiencing five or more severe sunburns between the ages of 15 and 20 increases the risk of melanoma by 80% and nonmelanoma skin cancer by 68%. This study is among the few to examine the relationship between perceived cancer risk, concern about being diagnosed, confidence in health, sunburn history, and the prevalence of sun protection […]

Published on March 12, 2025