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Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare condition that few people in the U.S. have ever heard of, let alone experienced. But a growing number of Americans have officially started developing this condition after its bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus has officially spread to the United States. This rare, “flesh-eating” bacteria is typically seen in warm, brackish waters further…

Considering that most households in the United States have at least one pet, it’s pretty clear that many of us see the value in having a furry best friend by our side. But in some cases, our canines might not be as obedient and as affectionate as we’d hope. Research shows that dog bite cases…

Although automobile and truck engines are currently the world’s biggest consumer of lubricants, requiring 20 million tons per year, actions are being taken by consumers, lawmakers, and even car companies to reduce harmful emissions stemming from our transportation methods. Hyundai is the latest organization to make waves with a more eco-friendly option for motorists —…

Since the late 1990s, the American opioid epidemic has truly taken hold. In 2017, nearly 68% of the 70,200 drug overdose deaths that took place involved the use of an opioid, with roughly 130 Americans dying each day as a result of opioid abuse. With the U.S. holding over 45% of the global pharmaceutical market,…

With there being more than three million farmers across the country, there are mass amounts of crops produced every year. But during off-season, there are fewer crops produced, which can be harmful to the farming industry. However, a new Environmental Working Group (EWG) investigation has found that off-season crops, or cover crops, are increasing. Cover…

From drinking and showering to washing the dishes to swimming and doing water activities, like the 11.6 million kids who participated in fishing in 2017, people come into contact with water every single day. And when you get a glass of water from the tap and drink it, you expect it to be clean and…

A Boston-area judge and her court officer have been accused of conspiracy to obstruct justice by helping an undocumented immigrant escape from a courthouse. The judge in question is Newton District Court Judge Shelley Richmond Joseph and the officer is Wesley MacGregor. According to NBC News, the two were accused of helping the twice-deported defendant escape ICE…

The whole world was shocked to learn about the sudden fire that engulfed the spires of Paris’ 850-year-old cathedral on April 15. Everything from the glass mosaics to the towering wooden spires were impacted by the blaze. Some of these historic features will never be recovered; the use of glass mosaics have been featured in churches 300 years before…

Historically speaking, workers’ compensation claims have been a nightmare for businesses across the world. The amount of money and time that must be devoted to the investigation (to determine its legitimacy) and the following legal proceedings, should they occur, can take up considerable resources. While anyone injured at work is absolutely entitled to replaced wages…