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Cookware Could Pose Lead Hazard, FDA Says: What To Know Cookware Could Pose Lead Hazard, FDA Says: What To Know
Cookware Could Pose Lead Hazard, FDA Says: What To Know Federal regulators are urging consumers to stop using certain cookware after tests revealed the products may leach dangerous levels of lead into food. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that some imported aluminum, brass, and aluminum-alloy cookware sold in the US has been found to release lead during cooking. This poses a potential health hazard. The agency said the problem involves products made from alloys known as Hindalium/Hindolium or Indalium/Indolium. Among the flagged products is a line of pots labeled “Kadai/Karahi Tiger White,” sold at Mannan Supermarket in Jamaica…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Microwave Mistakes: Here Are Some Foods Better Reheated Another Way Microwave Mistakes: Here Are Some Foods Better Reheated Another Way
Microwave Mistakes: Here Are Some Foods Better Reheated Another Way The microwave is a weeknight lifesaver: fast, easy, and always within reach. But when it comes to reheating certain foods, it can also be a recipe for trouble. Experts say microwaves heat unevenly, which means bacteria can survive even after reheating. In some cases, the high heat can trigger chemical changes that make food potentially dangerous.  Reader’s Digest put together a list of 10 foods you should skip microwaving — and some might surprise you. Five of them include: Hard-boiled eggs: Steam buildup can cause them to explode after heating. Chicken: Uneven heating can leave beh…

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by Joe Lombardi
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‘Unhealthy Air’ Across Tri-State As Wildfire Smoke Pushes Pollution Levels Into Danger Zone ‘Unhealthy Air’ Across Tri-State As Wildfire Smoke Pushes Pollution Levels Into Danger Zone
‘Unhealthy Air’ Across Tri-State As Wildfire Smoke Pushes Pollution Levels Into Danger Zone Officials are urging residents to take precautions as wildfire smoke and extreme heat bring poor air quality and health risks to much of the tri-state region. The area is under multiple air quality and heat advisories through Wednesday, July 30. Air Quality Alerts in Effect On Sunday, July 27, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection issued Code Orange air quality alerts due to elevated levels of fine particulate pollution. These conditions can be especially harmful to people with heart or lung conditions, young ch…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Summer Sun Safety Summer Sun Safety
Summer Sun Safety Summer is here, and it’s time to head to the beach, gear up for sports, and enjoy the outdoors! At this time of year, it’s more important than ever to remember to keep these sun safety tips in mind. Asma Khan, MD, Medical Director of Urgent Care, Sun River Health Sun River Health Care for Your Skin Overexposure to the sun can result in health complications, including skin cancer. Remember these sun safety tips as you and your family spend time outside this summer: Take extra precaution between 10am and 4pm, when the sun is at its strongest Apply sunscreen liberally and evenly…

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Clone-Creating Tick Invades Another East Coast State: Public Health Officials Sound Alarm Clone-Creating Tick Invades Another East Coast State: Public Health Officials Sound Alarm
Clone-Creating Tick Invades Another East Coast State: Public Health Officials Sound Alarm Connecticut researchers have confirmed the presence of a fast-spreading invasive tick that could pose serious health risks to people and pets across the state. The longhorned tick, originally from eastern Asia, was recently detected during local field studies by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station in partnership with the USDA. This marks another step in the tick's rapid expansion through the eastern United States. Since first being found in America in 2017, the longhorned tick has spread to at least 21 states.  “The tick will be a nuisance, and it is spreading,” Kevin Lahm…

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by Josh Lanier
Lifestyle
This 10-Second Test May Predict How Long You'll Live, Brand-New Study Says This 10-Second Test May Predict How Long You'll Live, Brand-New Study Says
This 10-Second Test May Predict How Long You'll Live, Brand-New Study Says Maybe flamingos have the right idea.  After all, experts say the birds are more stable for long periods of time on one leg than they are on two. Now, a new study indicates the ability to stand on one leg may also prove to be positive for humans. Those participating in the research who were unable to stand on one foot for 10 seconds or more were twice as likely to die in the next 10 years, according to findings published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine earlier this week. "Balance quickly diminishes after the mid-50s, increasing the risk for falls and other adverse health out…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Why The Flu Shot Is Important This Year Why The Flu Shot Is Important This Year
Why The Flu Shot Is Important This Year This year, it is more important than ever to get the flu shot. With the chance of an increase in COVID-19 cases as the weather gets colder, it is important to protect your health as much as possible by getting the flu shot. Having the flu and COVID-19 at the same time may increase your chance of risks of complications from the virus. So, if you haven’t had your flu shot yet this year, make an appointment today! Why get the flu shot? The seasonal flu vaccine (flu shot) is the best way to help protect against the flu. Every flu season is different, and the flu can affect different people in…

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Lifestyle
Deck The Halls With Care: WMC Explains How To Holiday Responsibly Deck The Halls With Care: WMC Explains How To Holiday Responsibly
Deck The Halls With Care: WMC Explains How To Holiday Responsibly “Excess alcohol consumption is the third-leading preventable cause of death in this country, causing 85,000 deaths a year,” said Dr. Gail Bailey-Wallace, medical director of the Kyle Goldberg Turning Point Program at MidHudson Regional Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. “To avoid driving home drunk, pace yourself at parties: sip as opposed to guzzling and pair your alcohol with high-protein food, like cheese, to slow absorption.” Bailey-Wallace recommends no more than one to two drinks during the night, pointing out that 12 fluid ounces of beer, 5 fluid ounc…

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Hot Stuff: Poor Air Quality Sunday, Real-Feel Temp Around 100 Monday Hot Stuff: Poor Air Quality Sunday, Real-Feel Temp Around 100 Monday
Hot Stuff: Poor Air Quality Sunday, Real-Feel Temp Around 100 Monday One Early Dismissal Announced As Schools Prepare For Monday's Extreme Heat The week has started with the hottest weather of the year. The heat index -- a combination of the actual temperature and humidity -- will be in the mid-90s on Father's Day and around the 100-degree mark on Monday when record-breaking temps are possible. School districts in the area are planning ahead, and one has already announced an early dismissal for Monday. For more on that, click here. Air Quality Alerts are in effect Sunday around the region. Consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the…

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