Entries by George Zapo, CPH
George Zapo, CPH is certified in Public Health Promotion & Education. George focuses on writing informative articles promoting healthy behavior and lifestyles. Read more of George's articles at his website: https://georgezapo.com.
Parasite Found in Cat Feces Linked to Bouts of Human Rage
A parasite found in cat feces is linked to influencing people to explosive bouts of rage, according to a new study. Toxoplasmosis is a disease that results from infection with the Toxoplasma gondii parasite. This parasite is one of the… 0 Shares |
Cruciferous Vegetables Are Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Risk
Cruciferous vegetables are a rich, natural source of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants. Cancer researchers suggest they even help in protecting against a variety of cancers — including breast, prostate, and colon cancer. Additionally, these super-vegetables are noted for reducing chronic… 0 Shares |
10 Germiest Things in Public Places
The germiest things in public places harbor disease-causing viruses and bacteria — like E. coli and Salmonella. At home, adults touch about 30 objects within a minute and the majority of these objects are covered with germs. Remote controls, light… 0 Shares |
FDA Considering the Release of Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says genetically modified mosquitoes are no danger to the environment or humans. The federal agency of the United States Department of Health and Human Services is considering a field trial of releasing genetically… 0 Shares |
The Only Reliable Way to Keep Ants Out of Your Home
Ants invading our homes and apartments are a major nuisance. Many people turn to using a variety of toxic or natural pest control methods to avoid ant attacks. However, according to scientific research, most of the products and methods people… 0 Shares |
Talc and Ovarian Cancer Case: Pharmaceutical Company Found Guilty
A talc and ovarian cancer case in St. Louis, Missouri resulted in a guilty verdict for a giant pharmaceutical company. Johnson & Johnson is ordered to pay $72 million in compensatory and punitive damages to the family of Jacqueline Fox.… 0 Shares |
Hot Cocoa Has Higher Antioxidant Capacity Than Red Wine and Teas
Hot cocoa has some unbelievable health benefits. Now considered a superfood, chocolate — especially hot cocoa — has more cancer-fighting agents than red wine and tea, according to a number of scientific studies. Antioxidants in hot cocoa Leader of a… 0 Shares |
5 Things People Do That Really Annoy Dogs
Dogs are considered part of the family for most of us. However, a variety of things people do actually annoy dogs. You may be surprised to find that dogs really would like us to stop doing some of the most… 0 Shares |
Banana Fungus Spreads Globally, Wipes Out Entire Plantations
A banana fungus is threatening the global banana industry. Scientists consider a new soil-borne fungus strain potentially catastrophic to the industry and farmers. Consumers are expected to find shortages and higher prices for the yellow, sweet fruit. The rapidly spreading… 0 Shares |
