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Japan: Girl Jumps to Death in Yokohama, Hits and Kills Passing Woman
Two people lost their lives in Yokohama, Japan, after a 17-year-old girl jumped from a shopping center, landing on a woman below. The incident occurred on Saturday evening in a busy shopping area. The high school student was taken to the hospital but died an hour later, while the 32-year-old woman, who was out with friends, also passed away soon…
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Health & Fitness
Early Detection is Key: Eye Exams are Your Weapon Against Glaucoma
Glaucoma, aptly nicknamed the “silent thief of sight,” is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, the cable responsible for transmitting visual information to the brain. This damage often occurs gradually and painlessly, leading to irreversible vision loss if left untreated. Understanding Glaucoma: Types: There are two main types of glaucoma: Open-angle glaucoma, where the fluid drainage channels in the…
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Health & Fitness
Hearing Loss from Headphones: Is Your Music Too Loud?
In today’s fast-paced world, earphones and headphones have become ubiquitous companions, providing us with a soundtrack to our lives. Whether we’re commuting, working out, or simply unwinding, these devices offer instant access to music, podcasts, and audiobooks. But while earphones and headphones offer undeniable convenience, their prolonged use can pose significant risks to our hearing health. The Alarming Stats The…
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Millions of Americans Struggle with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: CDC Report
Millions of Americans are suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS). A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that approximately 3.3 million adults in the United States are living with this debilitating condition. What is CFS/ME? CFS/ME is a complex illness characterized by extreme fatigue that is not relieved…
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Foodborne Nightmare: The Shocking Truth About Salmonella in America, What Exactly It is and How It is Affecting the Lives of US Citizens
Imagine this: you’re enjoying a delicious meal at your favorite restaurant, completely unaware that a microscopic enemy lurks within, waiting to unleash its wrath upon your unsuspecting body. This enemy is Salmonella, a type of bacteria responsible for an alarming number of foodborne illnesses in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a staggering…
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