Consumer group releases list of dangerous summer toys
BOSTON (AP) Toy guns, kiddie pools, hoverboards and backyard trampolines are among the playthings that made a consumer watchdog's annual list of hazardous summer toys.
Cellphone radiation study raises questions
WASHINGTON A new federal study of the potential dangers of cellphone radiation, conducted in rats, found a slight increase in brain tumors in males and raised long-dormant concerns about the safety of spending so much time with cellphones glued to our ears.
New doggy med to reduce noise-related anxiety
Fido and Spot may not have to cower under the bed this summer when fireworks and thunderstorms hit, thanks to the first prescription veterinary medicine for treating anxiety over loud noises a widespread problem that causes property destruction, terrified dogs running away and even life-threatening injuries or euthanasia for some.
Report: Bullying a serious public health problem
WASHINGTON Zero-tolerance policies are ineffective in combating bullying, an independent government advisory group says in urging schools to take a more preventative approach that includes teaching tolerance to address this 'serious public health problem.'
Maine chapter honors volunteers for fight against Alzheimer's
AUGUSTA The Alzheimer's Association Maine Chapter recognized the significant contributions of its many volunteers and supporters during a reception at the Blaine House on April 19. Highlighting the event was a presentation of the Chapter's 2015 Volunteer Achievement, 2015 Walk to End Alzheimer's Awards, and the 2015 Longest Day Award.
FDA campaign takes aim at chewing tobacco use by rural teens
WASHINGTON Government health officials will team up with minor league baseball as part of a new $36 million campaign to discourage rural teenagers from using chewing tobacco.
Survivor's Boston Marathon: 26.2 miles of agonizing ecstasy
BOSTON She laughed. She wept. She walked. She ran. For amputee Adrianne Haslet, the Boston Marathon was a grueling 10 1/2 -hour odyssey.
States seek ways to regulate air ambulance costs
HELENA, Mont. The first time Jason Ebert needed an air ambulance, it saved his life. The second time, it nearly broke the bank.
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English FA asks FIFA to investigate dementia link to football
LONDON The English Football Association will ask FIFA to investigate whether former players have dementia as a consequence of brain damage from playing the game.
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