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This Ancient Practice of Blowing Through a Conch Shell Could Help Treat a Dangerous Sleep Condition

This Ancient Practice of Blowing Through a Conch Shell Could Help Treat a Dangerous Sleep Condition

A small randomized controlled trial suggests that regularly blowing a conch shell, an ancient yogic breathing practice known as shankh blowing, may ease symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Credit: Shutterstock Conch shell blowing eased sleep apnea symptoms and improved sleep quality. The practice may provide a simple alternative to machines or medication. A small randomized controlled trial published in …

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COPD: This lung disease can be dangerous for younger people, too

COPD: This lung disease can be dangerous for younger people, too

Facebook Tweet Email Link Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for 3.5 million deaths in 2021, according to the World Health Organization. It’s a common disease in the United States, affecting about 6% of US adults and ranking among the country’s top 10 causes of death, the US Centers for Disease …

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Trump’s D.C. death penalty threat is a dangerous assault on civil rights

Trump’s D.C. death penalty threat is a dangerous assault on civil rights

President Trump declared Tuesday that federal prosecutors in Washington, D.C., should seek the death penalty for murders committed in the capital, claiming without explanation that “we have no choice.” “That’s a very strong preventative,” he said of his decision. “I don’t know if we’re ready for it in this country, but we have it.” Trump’s pronouncement is about much more …

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The plague reappeared in California. Here’s how dangerous it is

The plague reappeared in California. Here’s how dangerous it is

The plague, aka the Black Death, made a reappearance in California last week after it infected a South Lake Tahoe resident. The person contracted the rare and dangerous disease after being bitten by an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area, according to El Dorado County health officials. The patient is recovering at home. Most people associate …

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Ice cream recall hits Walmart, Kroger, Publix and others after dangerous mistake – Miami Herald

Ice cream recall hits Walmart, Kroger, Publix and others after dangerous mistake  Miami Herald Ice cream sold at Walmarts across 16 states recalled due to undeclared allergen  Fox Business Blue Bell ice cream sold in 16 states, including Tennessee and Kentucky, recalled for undeclared allergens  WKRN News 2 Popular Ice Cream Recalled For Nut Allergy Risk—Check Your Carton Now  Delish Blue Bell recalls ice …

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Microsoft AI chief says it’s ‘dangerous’ to study AI consciousness

Microsoft AI chief says it’s ‘dangerous’ to study AI consciousness

AI models can respond to text, audio, and video in ways that sometimes fool people into thinking a human is behind the keyboard, but that doesn’t exactly make them conscious. It’s not like ChatGPT experiences sadness doing my tax return … right? Well, a growing number of AI researchers at labs like Anthropic are asking when — if ever — …

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Is Aso Caldera Japan’s Time Bomb? Exploring the World’s Most Dangerous Volcano

Is Aso Caldera Japan’s Time Bomb? Exploring the World’s Most Dangerous Volcano

A stunning view from space reveals the true size and power of the Aso Caldera, located in the heart of Kyushu, Japan. This remarkable geological structure, home to 17 volcanoes, is the result of multiple catastrophic eruptions that occurred over 200,000 years. The Aso Caldera is not just a beautiful landscape; it is one of Earth’s nine recognized “supervolcanoes,” a …

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Hurricane Erin to cause dangerous rip currents on East Coast : NPR

Hurricane Erin to cause dangerous rip currents on East Coast : NPR

A map from the National Hurricane Center shows a high risk of rip currents on Wednesday from Florida to Massachusetts. National Hurricane Center hide caption toggle caption National Hurricane Center Federal forecasters are warning people to avoid beaches along the East Coast as Hurricane Erin moves north and slams much of the shoreline with dangerous waves and other severe weather. …

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