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According to researchers at the University of Arizona, there are over 100 species of scorpions native to the U.S., with the vast majority living in the Southwest. And while many people may assume they’ll have their encounter with a scorpion while hiking or camping, a 2017 study published in the American Journal of Public Health found that the vast majority of scorpion exposures—97.8 percent, to be exact—actually occur in or around the home....

RELATED: If You Have Any of These Popular Peanut Butters, Get Rid of Them Now. On April 4, the CDC and FDA posted an update on a major norovirus outbreak linked to raw oysters imported to the U.S. from British Columbia, Canada. The health agencies warn that the potentially infected shellfish went to restaurants and seafood distributors in California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Oregon, Texas, and Washington....

At the end of July and early August, people in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area (which includes D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia), reported an increase in painful, itchy, blister-causing bug bites. Experts were quick to identify microscopic oak mites as the culprit. The D.C. area saw some of the highest volumes of the periodical cicadas during their most recent reemergence, and experts say the mites have come to town to feast on their eggs....

“Walmart and Sam’s Club are expected to launch online schedulers [this] week, so eligible populations can sign up directly from our website,” a spokesperson from Walmart told Newsweek. If you live in one of the following seven states where Walmart is vaccinating people and are eligible to receive your shot, you can access a store locator on Walmart’s website to see where appointments are available. (You will have to bring proof of eligibility to your appointment....

According to 2017 research published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology, dry eye disease (DED) is estimated to effect 6.8 percent of U.S. adults, or approximately 16.4 million people. While the condition may be seriously uncomfortable for those affected, many of its symptoms can easily be mistaken for something less serious, like run-of-the-mill irritation or a foreign object, like an eyelash or dirt, in your eyes. However, if left untreated, dry eye disease can significantly impact your quality of life....

However, experts say that some of the worst lung conditions, including lung cancer, can be notoriously difficult to diagnose during the stages at which they’re still curable. One study published in the journal Primary Health Care Research and Development found that due to complex presentations, up to 20 percent of lung cancer cases are initially overlooked, even after X-rays. That said, those same researchers suggested that “greater vigilance for patients presenting with atypical symptoms” would aid in prompt diagnosis....

RELATED: If You Notice This on Your Skin, Get Checked for Parkinson’s, Experts Say. Many people with Parkinson’s experience a surprising symptom with no obvious connection to the condition: having oily skin on their scalp. This occurs thanks to an increase in sebum, an oily substance produced by the body’s sebaceous glands. This can cause the scalp and hair to appear greasy and shiny. “Some people may only have minor issues, while others may have more severe problems that can affect daily life and cause them discomfort or embarrassment,” explains health organization Parkinson’s UK....

RELATED: If You Bought This at Walmart, Don’t Eat It, FDA Warns. On Aug. 23, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Loki Fish Company had recalled its 4-oz. packages of Keta Salmon Lox. The affected lox, which was packaged in plastic on a coated board, can be identified by UPC number 92103 00111 and the words “Wild Keta Lox, Loki Fish Co., Seattle, WA” printed on the packaging....

“Older adults in general are more likely to have severe illness [from food poisoning] that could land them in the hospital,” Patricia Griffin, MD, chief of the Enteric Diseases Epidemiology branch of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), told the AARP. Almost half of those who are 65 and older with a confirmed foodborne illness end up hospitalized, according to the CDC. That’s exactly why it’s so important to follow a set of simple safety protocols every time you handle raw fruits and vegetables—and to avoid the pitfalls that put you at risk....

RELATED: Unvaccinated People Are Banned From This as of Today, Homeland Security Says. Recently, LinkedIn shared data with Forbes that showed job postings requiring vaccination have spiked since the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted full approval to the Pfizer vaccine in August. The number of job postings on LinkedIn that ask applicants to be vaccinated climbed more than 20 times over the past two months, a spokesperson for the site told Forbes....

RELATED: If You Got This Vaccine, You May Be More Protected Against Delta. During a press conference on August 18, top health officials from the Biden administration announced that it would begin offering COVID-19 booster shots beginning the week of Sept. 20 to all previously vaccinated Americans. The administration cited three separate studies released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on the same day in its weekly report as evidence in its decision....

READ THIS NEXT: If You See This While You’re Driving, Call 911 Immediately, Police Warn. Police departments all across the country issue warnings to residents whenever they have received reports about suspicious activity. Officials in San Antonio, Texas, had to send out a public alert in Jan. 2022 about scam artists sticking fraudulent QR codes on public meters to trick people into giving up their private payment information by “paying for parking” on a fake website....

RELATED: If You See This in Your Basement, You’re at Risk for a Fire, Experts Say. While those hanging pendant lights may look charming in your kitchen, in your bathroom, they could be a serious safety risk. “You should always have your ceiling lights enclosed as opposed to fittings that hang down. If you do have to have a fixture that is not enclosed, it should be well out of reach of someone using a shower or bath who may be wet from using these utilities,” says electrical technician Peter Keohane of JKS Electrical Solutions....

In an email sent to customers, Roku has warned that “Google may remove your access to YouTube TV” within the next few days, Deadline reports. The potential blackout of the channel comes as the two companies have reached an impasse in contract renewal negotiations. According to Roku, the dispute stems from the tech giant’s attempts to force search results on the service in Google’s favor. They also claim Google is attempting to strong-arm the streaming box company to spend money on microchip upgrades to continue to carry YouTubeTV....

RELATED: If You Drink This Type of Milk, the FDA Has a New Warning for You. On July 8, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of approximately 24,900 SOWTECH Espresso Machines with Glass Carafes. For the latest recall news delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter!ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb The recalled espresso machines have been pulled from the market due to the potential burn risk associated with their use....

1 Antihistamines can trigger weight gain. According to a study from the Yale University School of Medicine, antihistamines—commonly used to treat spring allergies—are known to cause significant weight gain. The researchers reviewed medical data from 268 adults (174 female and 94 male) who reported the use of antihistamines and compared that data with that from 599 people (401 female and 198 male) who did not. They found that those who regularly used antihistamines “displayed significantly greater BMI, waist circumference, and insulin levels,” suggesting “a correlation between using antihistamines and a higher weight....

RELATED: If You Hear This on Your Plane, It Might Be an Emergency, Flight Attendant Warns. Whether you’re blindsided by the announcement or can sense it coming due to a weather issue, news that a flight has been canceled is likely going to spark a flurry of activity within the terminal. In this case, experts say getting in line to speak to an agent as quickly as possible should be your top priority if you want the best chance at getting on another flight....

“[Halitosis] is a condition caused by bacteria that builds up on the posterior dorsal surface of the tongue, and it’s very hard to get rid of—you have to keep your tongue clean,” the late George Preti, PhD, a research scientist who specialized in human body odors at the Monell Chemical Senses Center, told Dollar Shave Club. “I’ve seen some people complaining of bad odor from their mouth, and the back of their tongue looks like it’s got cream cheese on it....

READ THIS NEXT: Jennifer Lopez Is Under Fire for Her Comments About This Fellow Pop Star. Morris is best known for playing Brittany on Glee, but she is also a professional dancer. Most notably, Morris was a backup dancer for Beyoncé on The Beyoncé Experience tour in 2007, and she appeared with the pop legend during awards show and TV performances. Prior to Glee, Morris had also been a contestant on So You Think You Can Dance....

Walker, now 75, starred on the series for all six of its seasons, from 1974 to 1979, as the eldest Evans child. J.J. was a painter, obsessed with women, and always saying his catchphrase “dy-no-mite!” He also frequently annoyed his family members, including younger brother Michael (Ralph Carter), sister Thelma (Bern Nadette Stanis), and parents Florida (Esther Rolle) and James (John Amos). But when the cameras weren’t rolling, that familial bond apparently wasn’t there....