health-safety

Competitive bodybuilding places extreme physiological stress on athletes, and the rare event of a bodybuilder dying on stage reflects both acute medical emergencies and underlyi...

Wearing a mask correctly reduces the chance that respiratory particles containing pathogens can reach others or be inhaled by you. A mask that fits well, is handled with clean h...

Raw milk side effects primarily involve foodborne illness from pathogens such as Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, Listeria monocytogenes, Campylobacter, and Brucella. These microorg...

Hepatitis and nail salons intersect where bloodborne pathogens could be transmitted if infection control practices are not followed consistently. Hepatitis B and C viruses can s...

Heat stroke in a car is a medical emergency that occurs when a person’s core body temperature rises above about 104°F (40°C) with central nervous system dysfunction, such as...

When a man drowns after proposing, the event is typically a tragic accident during a recreational activity such as a boat trip, beach visit, or waterfront celebration. Drowning...

California hosts a diverse mushroom community, and among the most consequential organisms in local ecosystems and public health are poisonous mushrooms. Each year, emergency dep...

Death in a tanning bed refers to documented fatalities directly linked to UV tanning equipment, most often due to cardiovascular events, overheating, or traumatic accidents rath...

Getting struck by lightning is rare but serious, and understanding what happens can save lives. When a guy is hit by lightning, the outcome depends on the strike type, current p...

Flesh eating bacteria refers to bacteria that invade skin and soft tissue, causing rapidly progressive infection. Several bacteria can lead to these severe infections, including...