Linda Conrad

Tech support scams: what to look out for

Despite calls to protect internet users from online scams, there are still plenty circulating. The latest scam is a tech…

2 years ago

The number of overdoses is still rising, according to recent data

Following the news that Narcan will soon be available over-the-counter in US pharmacies, new data from the US Centers for…

2 years ago

FDA considers whether to remove over-the-counter allergy medicines from pharmacies

Phenylephrine is a common ingredient in many over-the-counter and cold medications, including Benadryl Allergy Plus Congestion, Sudafed PE, Tylenol Cold…

2 years ago

What is Meta doing to improve its privacy policies?

Meta has been involved in more than its fair share of privacy scandals in recent years, with the latest resulting…

2 years ago

Narcan will soon be available over-the-counter in the US

The drug Narcan (naloxone) is sometimes used as a way to counter opioid overdoses. Up until now, it’s only been…

2 years ago

Non-Prime Amazon customers can now use Amazon Fresh

Amazon has announced that its Amazon Fresh service will be opened up to non-Prime members, as one of several changes…

2 years ago

Interest in weight loss drugs is still high – and here’s why

Weight loss products, like “fad diets” and other quick fixes, are known to cause long-term health problems. But that doesn’t…

2 years ago

Twitter’s rebrand: what does it mean for users?

Since Elon Musk took over Twitter, the company has faced a multitude of problems. In the last year, it has…

2 years ago

What are the biggest concerns consumers have about smart devices?

So-called “smart devices” are quickly filling up consumers’ homes. As part of the growing Internet-of-Things, smart devices are definitely a…

2 years ago

Fad diets: Why a “quick fix” could lead to long-term problems

Has society’s pursuit of the “perfect body” gone too far? On any given day, 17% of Americans are on what…

2 years ago