Study highlights the potential health risks of gel manicures

Recent investigations into nail dryers might lead you to question the safety of routine gel manicures and pedicures.  A study in Nature Communications has unveiled concerning evidence suggesting that nail dryers emit... Read more »

Halloween Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treating

Halloween is a time for imagination and spooky thrills. But it can also bring some extra risks for children. For example, did you know that children are more than twice as likely... Read more »

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 support scam, which aims to trick people into parting with their cash. ... Read more »

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 Disease Control and Prevention shows that 2023 is set to have even... Read more »

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 and Flu Severe Day & Night, and Vicks Sinex. But, these products... Read more »

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 in a privacy lawsuit that ended up being settled for $725 million. ... Read more »

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 available with a prescription from a doctor, which has severely restricted the... Read more »

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 to its grocery services. Unlike Amazon Prime customers who have benefited from... Read more »

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 seem to be enough to put people off, and they’re as popular... Read more »

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 had to pay over $150 million for failing to protect consumer data... Read more »