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
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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »"Researchers Cross Ethical Line": China Team Grafts Human Brain Cells Into Mice As Global Outcry Builds Over Dangerous Medical Experimentation – Rude Baguette
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Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »The major mistake you’re making after a work out… and the dangerous consequences
Dermatologists are urging people not to skip the shower after they work out, over fears it could lead to painful skin infections. Exercise is a key factor for long-term health and longevity, especially when it’s brisk enough to work up a sweat, but showering afterwards is key to removing sweat, dirt, and oils before they can clog pores and cause a breakout or …
Read More »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 — …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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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