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Collins Closes Almanor Forestlands Amid Fire Risk

Tuesday, September 3

Collins Pine Company has announced the immediate closure of public access to its Collins Almanor Forestlands in response to heightened fire risks and ongoing fire suppression activities related to the Park Fire. The closure affects lands located between California State Highways 32 and 36... Read More.

Ten Massachusetts communities at high risk of mosquito-spread virus Triple E

Monday, August 26

(ATLANTA) -- The threat of Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus has prompted several Massachusetts towns to implement targeted mosquito spraying to protect residents.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this virus, often called Triple E, is transmitted through the bite of an infected... Read More.

From Fire Risk to Possible Snow: A Rapid Weather Shift Ahead

Thursday, August 22

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Fire Weather Watch for Thursday afternoon through evening, largely affecting South Lassen County. Southwest winds are expected to reach up to 40 mph in certain locations and humidity levels dropping increasing the risk of rapidly... Read More.

Fire Weather Watch Issued: Gusty Winds and Low Humidity Pose Fire Risk

Wednesday, August 21

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Fire Weather Watch for the Sierra Front, effective from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. This alert highlights the potential for dangerous fire conditions due to gusty winds and low humidity across several areas, including Carson... Read More.

Artificial sweetener erythritol could elevate heart disease risk, preliminary research suggests

Friday, August 9

(NEW YORK) -- A new study suggests a popular artificial sweetener found in everything from drinks and baked goods to gum and candy could be linked to a higher risk of blood clots, but the researchers themselves say their findings are preliminary and more... Read More.

FDA approves blood test to detect colon cancer for those at average risk

Monday, July 29

(NEW YORK) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday morning approved a blood test to screen for colorectal cancer in certain individuals.The blood test, known as Shield and manufactured by Guardant Health, is already commercially available, but FDA approval will help broaden... Read More.

No significant risk of birth defects after pregnant women got COVID vaccine in 1st trimester: Study

Thursday, July 18

(NEW YORK) -- Babies born to women who received a COVID-19 vaccine in their first trimester did not have a significant increased risk of birth defects, a new study found.For the study, published Wednesday evening in the journal The BMJ, researchers used national public... Read More.

What to know about new study showing weight loss drugs can lower cancer risk

Tuesday, July 9

(NEW YORK) -- GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy have exploded in popularity for their weight loss benefits and now new research is showing the medications may help with another condition, cancer.People with Type 2 diabetes who were treated with GLP-1 medications were... Read More.

Sixth hot car-related child death this year highlights ongoing risk

Thursday, July 4

(NEW YORK) -- A 2-year-old boy was found dead Tuesday evening inside a hot car in Cobb County, Georgia, officials said Wednesday, marking the sixth hot car-related death in 2024.According to the Cobb County Police Department, the child was found unresponsive in a parked... Read More.

Minnesotas Rapidan Dam at risk of failure amid severe flooding

Wednesday, June 26

(NEW YORK) -- As southern Minnesota battles an onslaught of rain and severe flooding, the fate of the Rapidan Dam hangs in the balance, with officials saying the dam is in "imminent failure condition."The Rapidan Dam, built in 1910, is located on the Blue... Read More.