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ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Influenza cases in Monroe County have risen sharply, with a 51% increase reported for the week ending January 18, according to the New York State Flu Tracker. The county recorded 1,060 cases and 84 hospitalizations, contributing to a statewide surge of 48,291 cases, up 46%. This flu season, peaking later than […]
The Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue, New York, will euthanize its entire flock of over 100,000 ducks following a bird flu outbreak, marking a devastating blow to the region’s historic duck farming industry. The highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) was identified after staff noticed unusual behavior among the ducks. The farm, one of Long Island’s […]
Wegmans has announced a recall of its FYFGA Chicken Breast Nuggets (46oz) after discovering they may contain bone pieces. The affected products have a UPC of 0-77890-25210-9 and a best-used-by date of 08/26/25. The company advises customers to return the product to their nearest Wegmans store for a full refund. Customers with questions can contact […]
Breast cancer rates among U.S. women under 50 have risen significantly, with a 1.4% annual increase from 2012 to 2021, according to the American Cancer Society. This trend accompanies a broader rise in early-onset cancers, including colorectal and gastric cancers. Younger women are more likely to develop aggressive and hard-to-treat breast cancer types, such as […]
The FDA has banned the use of Red 3 (FD&C Red No. 3 or erythrosine) in foods, dietary supplements, and oral medicines due to its link to cancer in lab rats. The decision follows a 2022 petition by food safety advocates and comes nearly 35 years after the dye was barred from cosmetics. The FDA’s […]
A recent study by Reviews.org reveals that the average American spent a significant amount of time on their phone in 2024 adding up to 2.5 months that year. Key findings include that Americans check their phones approximately 205 times a day—about once every five minutes while awake. 81% of people check their phones within 10 […]
USDA inspection records reveal unsanitary conditions at multiple Boar’s Head deli meat plants, raising serious food safety concerns. Reports from facilities in Indiana, Arkansas, and Virginia document issues such as mold, insect infestations, slime, and meat residue on equipment and walls over the past six years. These findings echo violations at Boar’s Head’s Jarratt, Virginia, […]
The time of day you drink a cup of coffee may lower the risk of an early death, new research suggests. The study found that people who drank coffee in the morning had a lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease and had a lower mortality risk than all-day coffee consumers – but the research […]
A study by UT Health San Antonio has shown that a smartphone app, used alongside medication, significantly reduces opioid use and helps retain patients in treatment. The research involved 600 underserved patients, demonstrating a 35% reduction in opioid use for those who used the app with their medication compared to medication alone. The app, developed […]
The development of lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable drug, has been named the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year by Science journal for its potential to significantly reduce new HIV infections and reshape global HIV prevention efforts. Clinical trials, PURPOSE 1 and PURPOSE 2, showed lenacapavir’s remarkable efficacy in preventing HIV, with nearly 100% effectiveness among cisgender […]
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