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These were some of the most potentially dangerous products recalled in 2023

Although U.S. consumers buy products on the assumption that they are safe, potentially dangerous items often make it past regulators and into retailers. In 2023, the year began and ended with recalls and warnings involving products that can be deadly for children. Here’s a look at some products recalled last year that consumers should be […]

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Dry January tips, health benefits and terms to know — whether you’re a gray-area drinker or just sober curious

The arrival of the new year means many people are gearing up for Dry January, the increasingly popular challenge of quitting alcohol for the month.  As the sober curious movement gains traction, with more people reassessing their relationship to alcohol, experts say they expect to see even more participants this January.  “This year, it’s actually becoming even more popular

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New Year can bring better sleep at night if you follow these 9 smart steps

When it comes to setting healthy resolutions for the New Year, sleep is just as essential as nutrition and exercise, experts agree. A lack of sleep can put you at a greater risk for obesity, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, poor mental health and even early death, according to the Centers for

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What are nitazenes? What to know about the drug that can be 10 times as potent as fentanyl

Colorado law enforcement warning about opioid recently showing up in overdose toxicology reports Colorado law enforcement warning about opioid recently showing up in overdose toxicology reports 01:13 An overdose death in Colorado has been linked to a new formulation of nitazenes, a class of powerful opioid analgesics being increasingly seen in the illicit drug market.

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Sleep tracking going too far? You might be suffering from this condition, expert says

The duration and quality of sleep are both essential to overall health, experts agree — but when does a focus on getting a good night’s sleep turn into a harmful fixation? For some people, checking the data on their wearable sleep trackers can lead to a condition called “orthosomnia,” a name the Journal of Clinical

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Almost 5 million blenders sold at Costco, Target and Walmart are recalled because blades are breaking off

BlendJet Inc. is recalling about 4.8 million portable blenders sold at Costco, Target and Walmart after receiving reports of blades breaking off as well as the product overheating or catching fire, resulting in dozens of injuries.  The Benicia, California-based company has heard of 329 incidents in which BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders’ blades broke off while

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Magnetic balls sold by Walmart recalled due to choking and injury risks to kids

High-powered magnetic balls sold by Walmart are being recalled because similar products have led to serious injuries and even death for children who swallowed them. The recall involves 5 millimeter multicolored magnetic balls sold in 216-piece sets sold in a clear, plastic case and a portable tin storage box, according to the recall notice posted

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