(HealthDay)—Is it possible to become addicted to gaming on the internet? Yes, warns new research that discovered when young people get too hooked it may trigger sleep difficulties, depression, anxiety and, in some cases, even suicidal thoughts. Phone interviews conducted…
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Mexico sees 2nd straight day of 20,000 coronavirus cases
Mexico posted its second straight day of more than 20,000 coronavirus cases Saturday, suggesting a surge in a country already struggling in many areas with overflowing hospitals. There were 20,523 newly confirmed cases Saturday, after 21,366 infections were reported Friday….
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Curfew begins for 20 million French people
Some 20 million French people are preparing to spend their first evening under curfew on Saturday, a measure taken by the government after an alarming surge in new coronavirus cases. The 9:00 pm to 6:00 am curfew came into force…
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This DIY hack to combat wildfire smoke costs less than $20
If you are anywhere in the Western United States right now, you’re probably having a little trouble breathing. Unprecedented and widespread wildfire smoke is sending harmful particulates into the air in both areas directly and indirectly affected by these fires….
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1 in 20 older Americans smoke pot regularly, survey finds
(HealthDay)—Marijuana use is on the rise among older Americans, with one in 20 saying they had used within the previous month, according to a new study. About 5% of men and women aged 55 and older said they’d used marijuana…
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New database shows more than 20% of nursing homes still report staff, PPE shortages
Nearly half of all COVID-19 deaths in the United States have occurred among nursing home residents, whose age, chronic medical conditions, and congregate living quarters place them and their caregivers at high risk of contracting the disease. And yet, six…
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Spain reports more than 20,000 coronavirus deaths
The death toll from the coronavirus in Spain, the country hit hardest by the pandemic after the United States and Italy, moved past 20,000 on Saturday, the health ministry said. A total of 20,043 people have now succumbed to the…
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