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Risky Ink: Tattoos May Lead to Body’s Overheating

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Risky Ink: Tattoos May Lead to Body’s Overheating

By E.J. Mundell HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Using your body as a canvas for tattoos might come at a price for your health. New research suggests that all that ink impedes natural sweating — and that might cause the body to overheat. The study found that tattooed skin on arms … Read more

What Is More Deadly in the U.S.: Hot Weather or Cold?

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What Is More Deadly in the U.S.: Hot Weather or Cold?

THURSDAY, Aug. 27, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Extreme weather days have been on the rise worldwide since the advent of global warming. But a new U.S. study finds that cold weather is responsible for most temperature-related deaths in Illinois. Researchers analyzed data on heat- and cold-related injuries that required a hospital visit in the state … Read more