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Happy Health Wednesday. We’re back with another week of sharing important health news. Let’s check out today’s headlines!
In Today’s Newsletter:
- Ice vs. heat, when to use which?
- Toxic trends in Black hair products
- Vaccination rates are declining, old diseases could re-emerge
- 7 chemicals found in everyday products
Health Tip of the Day 🍎
Snack smart. It’s easy to mindlessly snack throughout the day, so make sure your snack choices aren’t weighing you down. Mixed nuts, veggies, Greek yogurt or even a piece of dark chocolate are all great options that will keep you feeling satisfied.
Latest Health News
Ice vs. Heat: Which Is Better for Your Pain?
When something hurts, will ice or heat make it feel better? Either option can be the best choice in certain situations. Confused? That’s understandable. That’s why we asked some of our experts to break it down so you know which way to go if you’ve got pain.
When should I use ice or heat?
Toxic Trends in Black Hair Care Products
Even though Black consumers spent more than $9 billion on beauty supplies in 2023, there are signs that the industry isn’t doing enough to protect their health.
How many Black hair products are toxic?
With Vaccination Rates Declining, Other Diseases Could Re-Emerge
The use of key vaccines in the childhood immunization schedule has decreased. With lower vaccination rates, experts worry about what vaccine-preventable illnesses we could see next.
What diseases could we see re-emerge?
7 Chemicals Found in Everyday Products that Might be Harming Your Health
It’s hard to avoid questionable chemicals in today’s world. With so many potential dangers in everyday objects, consumers may feel rightfully overwhelmed. Here’s a list of chemicals in food, water, and consumer goods, their health risks, and how to avoid them.
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Raising children may ward off cognitive decline later in life, Rutgers study finds. A new study showed that parenting is associated with stronger brain connectivity in movement and sensation. (WHYY)
Less drugs, alcohol abuse when Black students attend HBCUs, study reveals. African American students who attend HBCUs are less likely to use drugs and abuse alcohol and are more likely to have close relationships. (Philadelphia Tribune)
Trump tariffs and drugs: How a trade war with China could worsen medicine shortage. Generic drugmakers and hospital pharmacists warn that added financial pressure from tariffs could strain the nation’s generic drug supplies. (USA Today)
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