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Researchers in Canada studied more than 600,000 older US adults who were exposed as children to high levels of lead, a toxic metal linked to autism, infertility and cancer.
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The Independent
28 minutes ago
- The Independent
Wildfires mapped: Where will be affected by smoky conditions this week?
Wildfire smoke continued to choke millions of residents across the Upper Great Lakes region on Monday, as massive blazes burned in Canada and throughout the western U.S. Minneapolis saw the second worst air quality in the world on Friday, with an air quality index of 159, thanks to the fires. The city of Detroit had the fourth worst air quality in the world, with an air quality index of 154, according to air quality tracker IQ Air. Any measurement above 150 is considered to be unhealthy and potentially result in more serious health impacts for sensitive groups. Recent research has linked wildfire smoke exposure to a higher risk of premature death and developing dementia. 'It is recommended that, when possible, you avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory diseases like asthma. Monitor for symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in nose, throat, and eyes,' the National Weather Service's Detroit office warned in a post on social media. An advisory was issued through Monday evening for the whole state of Michigan . In nearby Chicago, air quality also remained degraded following a very hazy weekend. By Monday, smoke was hanging on in neighboring Wisconsin. Several counties there were shown to be threatened by unhealthy air. The air pollution has shifted eastward since last week, according to national forecasters, with air quality alerts in effect across the Upper Mississippi Valley and Northeast regions. In New York City, the air quality was also unhealthy, and temperatures were expected to jump up nearly 30 degrees over the course of the day. In addition to worsening wildfire conditions, higher temperatures can make air quality worse, leading to increases in ozone pollution, which is commonly known as smog. The combination of smog and wildfire smoke can be particularly harmful, potentially leading to cardiovascular and respiratory issues. This wildfire smoke is tied to fires burning in Saskatchewan, Alberta and Manitoba. Nearly 4,000 fires have scorched more than 16 million acres this year thus far across the country, and 739 are still active, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre. But, Canadian wildfires aren't the only potential threat to Americans and skies around the nation. In the West and Southwest, major wildfires were tearing through California and Arizona. The Golden State's Gifford Fire in Los Padres National Forest had ballooned to more than 65,000 acres, forcing evacuations. Its cause remains under investigation. In Arizona's Grand Canyon National Park, the lightning-sparked Dragon Bravo 'megafire' kept spreading, now spanning more than 116,000 acres. That makes it the largest fire in the country. 'This fire behavior we're seeing is unprecedented,' Lisa Jennings, a spokeswoman for the Southwest Area Incident Management Team, told The New York Times on Saturday. 'We have had consistently gusty winds with this dry spell for the past eight days. There's lots of fuel to burn through.'
Daily Mail
29 minutes ago
- Daily Mail
Lorraine star returns to show after major surgery and weeks off screen - sharing unflinching health update with fans
A Lorraine star has returned to the ITV show after major surgery and weeks off screen. Dr Hilary Jones, 72, who is the Health Editor on Lorraine, regularly appears on the programme to give viewers advice about anything medical. But he's been away from the studio for a while after undergoing a serious operation. During Monday's instalment of Lorraine, step-in host Christine Lampard, 46, pointed out his return and said: 'Now, welcome back though... I feel like there should be a big round of applause for this. Dr Hilary is back in the studio. 'It's so lovely to see you because you've been off. You've had a little op!' Dr Hilary replied: 'I had a little operation on my hip. Yes I had a hip replacement five weeks ago, tomorrow. ' 'Hip replacement surgery (sometimes called total hip replacement) involves replacing damaged parts of your hip joint with metal, plastic or ceramic parts,' the NHS states. It is commonly done to 'treat pain and stiffness in the hip joint'. Dr Hilary continued: 'Look it's great to be back with my extended family. I've missed you guys!' 'Well you're looking great,' Christine told him. Dr Hilary replied: 'Well I'm feeling great. There I was... that was the day after I had my hip replacement. It's such a good operation. 'I think people tend to leave it too long. They are in a lot of pain for a long time with limited mobility and that mans their muscles become weaker. 'So rehabilitation takes longer. 'I was very lucky to have this done on the NHS. Wonderful treatment. I had a spinal anesthetic so I was semi conscious during the procedure. 'It takes about an hour and a half. I was up that evening, I was doing stairs the next day and then home the next day. 'I had my rehab like a good patient, like a good doctor should be. 'I'm all singing, all dancing again. I would encourage people to not leave it too long!' The doctor made it clear that he knows that people can be on waiting lists for certain procedures done by the NHS. He continued: 'Now I know waiting lists are long and a lot of people have been waiting far, far too long for their hip replacement. 'But I used something called Patient Choice. 'So this is everybody's right on the NHS to search around if you can find a hospital in England that has a shorter waiting list than the one you are on, you can be referred to that hospital and get done more quickly. 'That's what I did. 'I went to Birmingham, you just go onto the NHS website and look for Patient Choice and look for my planned care, which tells you which hospitals have shorter waiting lists. 'If you're prepared to travel you can go to any hospital which is seeing NHS patients. That will sometimes include private hospitals with capacity to see NHS patients.' Lorraine was keen to know how he has been feeling. The doctor said: 'It's very important to do your physiotherapy I was fairly fit before. 'I had some discomfort in the joint, I have done a lot of activity over the years. 'It had worn out. Doing everything I want to do, back in the gym, cautiously to start with. 'But I'll get back to complete normal activities and all the things I want to do very soon.' Dr Hilary has worked with Lorraine for a whopping 35 years. And he's recently lifted the lid on what her 'true colours' are. He told the Express: 'Oh she's lovely. Lorraine - people often say, "What is Lorraine really like?" and I say she's exactly as she comes across.' The father-of-five sang Lorraine's praises, adding: 'She's engaging, she's interested in people, she's genuine and she's great fun. 'I've worked with her for over 35 years, and she's written her books as well, so we've read each other's books. Lorraine airs weekdays from 9am on ITV1 and is available to stream on ITVX. WHAT IS A HIP REPLACEMENT? A hip replacement is a routine operation carried out around 175,000 times a year in England, Scotland and Wales. People are usually referred for a hip replacement when their natural hip joint – where the thigh bone connects to the pelvis – has worn away or become damaged and is causing pain or disability. Most commonly this happens as a result of arthritis, in which cartilage around the joint is weakened or damaged and the bones grind against each other. Hip replacement surgery involves sawing off the head of the thigh bone – the femur – and the hip socket (the acetabulum) and replacing them with a metal or ceramic ball and socket connected to the skeleton. Most procedures are carried out on people between the age of 60 and 80. It can be done on younger patients but the artficial joints are only built to last for around 15 years, with multiple replacements becoming progressively more difficult and less successful. The operation usually takes around 60 to 90 minutes and involves spending a few days in hospital.
Daily Mail
29 minutes ago
- Daily Mail
FDA escalates butter recall of 65,000lbs over undeclared deadly allergen
The FDA has escalated its warning over a major butter recall that was triggered by a labeling issue. Bunge North America recalled 64,800lbs of its Non-Hydrogenated European Style Butter Blend last month after investigators found the label did not include milk in the ingredient list. But now the FDA has upgraded the alert to Class II, used when officials fear temporary or medically reversible health effects. Up to 50million Americans are lactose intolerant, estimates suggest, while 6.1million have an allergy to milk. A milk allergy can result in hives, a rash, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, trouble breathing or a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis. The butters were distributed to restaurants and bakeries across the US and the Dominican Republic. They were not sold in grocery stores. The recall included 1,800 cases of 36-count 1lbs butter blocks. A total of 64,800 blocks of the butter have been recalled. The FDA said butters in the recall had a product code found on their packaging that reads: 5064036503. It has not been revealed whether there are any reports of adverse reactions as a result of consuming the butter. Businesses that received the butter were warned over the labeling issue via email, letter, telephone call or a visit. Estimates suggest about 30 to 50million Americans suffer from lactose intolerance, leaving them unable to eat foods such as butter. The condition is caused by the small intestine no longer making the enzyme lactase, which is used to break down the sugar lactose found in milk-containing foods. It can cause stomach upset and bloating but it is not a life threatening allergy. It more commonly affects African or Hispanic Americans and people who have taken antibiotics or chemotherapy drugs. Doctors say the condition usually can't be reversed, and people are advised to manage it by following a low-lactose diet. This is done by limiting consumption of any lactose-containing foods, such as cakes, cookie dough and milk chocolate. People with a milk allergy, however, can suffer more severe symptoms within minutes of consuming cow's milk. It is caused by the immune system attacking a protein found in the milk. Those who suffer from the reaction can be treated with antihistamines or epinephrine to reduce the reaction.
