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Child e-scooter injuries surge 15-fold in UK, study finds
Injuries to children involving e-scooters rose from under 10 in 2019 to nearly 150 in 2024 across three UK trauma centres. Most were falls,
Ten essential water safety rules for children across Europe
A recent drowning on Paros, Greece, underscores the need for water safety. Experts stress constant supervision, proper flotation devices, an
Why a child who plays alone may be perfectly content
A US study of 473 children aged 9-11 finds that those who choose to play alone often still feel they belong. The key is whether they value b
France scrambles to meet demand for eclipse glasses before Wednesday's solar spectacle
Pharmacies and specialist shops across France are running out of ISO-certified eclipse glasses ahead of Wednesday's solar eclipse. Eye speci
How to watch the August 12 solar eclipse without damaging your eyes
Europeans will see a rare total solar eclipse on August 12, but looking at the sun without proper protection can cause permanent eye damage.
Toxin-producing cyanobacteria confirmed off Warnemünde coast
Rostock authorities have confirmed toxin-producing cyanobacteria in the Baltic Sea west of Warnemünde. Swimming is discouraged on beach sect
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo passes 2,000 deaths as response struggles
The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo has now killed more than 2,000 people, approaching the record set in 2018-2020. Health workers are striking o
Why you can't sleep in hotels: the first-night effect and how to beat it
Many travelers sleep poorly on their first night in a hotel due to an evolutionary vigilance response. Researchers explain the science and s
Exercise's role in Parkinson's care grows as muscle–brain signals emerge
A review in Neuroprotection highlights exerkines—molecules released by muscles during exercise—that may protect neurons and reduce inflammat
WHO warehouse in Dnipro destroyed in repeated strikes, medical aid lost
A WHO humanitarian warehouse in Dnipro was destroyed after three strikes in less than 24 hours. The loss of medical supplies worth $500,000
Why Different Mosquito Species Prefer Different Human Scents
A study in iScience found that different mosquito species are attracted to different people based on unique skin bacteria and chemical compo
Midlife vascular health may add 13 dementia-free years, study finds
Maintaining good vascular health from age 48 to 68 could delay dementia by nearly 13 years, according to a new study. Avoiding diabetes, hyp