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psychology10 days ago•10 min saved

Fear as Knowledge: Hadfield’s Spiderweb Method for Everyday Courage

Chris Hadfield argues fear isn’t danger but a cue to uncover the real risk, then train by exposing yourself to the feared situation. Using the spider example, most fears are harmless and the key is combining accurate risk assessment with repeated exposure—an approach NASA uses for spacewalks. Applied to daily life, this means pinpoint the feared outcome, map a realistic worst case and response, then practice walking through it until the fear loses sway; however, chronic anxiety or phobias may require professional help.

via Space Daily|

#exposure #fear #hadfield

science10 days ago•5 min saved

Boiling in Plastic Kettles Could Dump Billions of Microplastics Into Your Tea

Australian researchers find that the first boil in new polypropylene kettles can release up to 12 million nanoparticles per milliliter, equating to about 3 billion microplastics per cup. Hard tap water and repeated boiling reduce release (limescale coating; drops after about 10-50 boils), but particles persist even after many cycles. The study calls for clearer warnings on kettle labels and more testing across kettle types to assess health risks, which remain uncertain.

via ScienceAlert|

#exposure #hard-water #kettles

health13 days ago•6 min saved

Hantavirus risk hides in everyday spaces like garages and sheds

Health officials warn hantavirus can hide in common spaces such as garages, sheds, cabins, basements, attics, barns, crawl spaces, and even unused cars, where rodent droppings or nests may be present; inhaling contaminated dust or touching contaminated surfaces can cause infection, though human-to-human transmission is extremely rare and most U.S. cases occur in the West. To reduce risk, dampen and disinfect droppings before cleaning (CDC advises against vacuuming), wear gloves and a mask, dispose of waste properly, and wash hands thoroughly after handling potentially infested areas. The current cruise-ship outbreak involving the Andes strain is notable for human-to-human transmission, but overall hantavirus remains a rare threat in the U.S.

via Fox News|

#exposure #hantavirus #health

health14 days ago•3 min saved

Maryland Residents Monitored After Potential Andes Virus Exposure From Cruise Outbreak

Two Maryland residents are being monitored for potential hantavirus exposure after flying with a passenger who had Andes virus linked to the M/V Hondius outbreak; public risk remains very low, and the exposure occurred on a flight, not the ship.

via CBS News|

#andes-virus #cruise-ship #exposure

health17 days ago•5 min saved

New Jersey Monitors Two for Possible Hantavirus Exposure Tied to Cruise Ship Case

Two New Jersey residents who flew on the same plane as a passenger diagnosed with hantavirus from the MV Hondius cruise ship are being monitored as a precaution; they have no symptoms and statewide risk remains very low, with the CDC leading contact tracing and possible quarantine for affected travelers, while New York City doctors have been advised to screen for hantavirus symptoms.

via ABC7 New York|

#cruise-ship #exposure #hantavirus

health20 days ago•22 min saved

Measles exposure warning issued for Norma's in Hell’s Kitchen

NYC health officials warned that an unvaccinated diner who visited Norma’s Restaurant in Hell’s Kitchen on April 25 between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. may have exposed patrons to measles. The NYC Department of Health says the overall public risk is low due to high vaccination coverage, but there have been five confirmed measles cases in NYC this year. Measles is airborne and can linger for up to two hours; vaccination with the MMR vaccine offers the best protection and helps maintain herd immunity. The restaurant reported no ongoing risk, and the health department is notifying those potentially exposed.

via New York Post|

#exposure #health #health-department

health20 days ago•2 min saved

Manhattan measles case prompts exposure alert for Hell's Kitchen diners

The NYC Health Department confirms a measles case in Manhattan; the patient visited Norma in Hell’s Kitchen on April 25 between 5–8 p.m., and officials are identifying and notifying those exposed. No secondary cases have been reported, and the overall risk to the public is considered low due to high vaccination rates. Health officials emphasize getting vaccinated.

via ABC7 New York|

#exposure #health #hells-kitchen

health23 days ago•3 min saved

DC measles case prompts transit exposure alerts

A Washington, D.C. resident with a confirmed measles case visited multiple locations while contagious, including Dulles International Airport and several WMATA transit routes, with exposure dates spanning April 23–27. Health officials released a list of potential exposure sites and times and urged anyone who may have been exposed to contact their doctor or DC Health at 844-493-2652.

via NBC4 Washington|

#exposure #health #measles

health23 days ago•3 min saved

Daily Microplastics: Repeated Exposure Risks We Can't Ignore

Microplastics are tiny plastic particles found in water, air, food and packaging and have been detected in human tissues. The health concern is about long-term, repeated exposure from multiple sources—not a single bottle—which may drive inflammation and cellular stress via both particles and their carried chemicals. Bottled water is a visible source, especially when bottles are heated or stored long, but exposure is widespread. Reducing plastic use and avoiding heat exposure can lower body burden, though it cannot be eliminated, as researchers continue to study potential long-term health effects.

via Iowa Park Leader|

#bottled-water #exposure #health

health24 days ago•2 min saved

DC-area measles resurgent with travel-linked case and transit exposure alerts

Two measles cases have been confirmed in the DC area (one in DC and another linked to travel through Dulles), with exposure alerts at Dulles Airport and on multiple Metro lines and buses; health officials urge 21-day monitoring and checking vaccination status, noting measles’ high contagiousness and that vaccination is the best protection. Nationwide, outbreaks are rising with more than 1,814 cases through April and roughly 2,300 cases reported in 2025.

via WTOP|

#dc #exposure #health

health1 month ago•32 min saved

Maryland Health Officials Confirm Two Measles Cases in Baltimore Area

Two Baltimore-area residents have been confirmed to have measles, according to the Maryland Department of Health.

via WBAL-TV|

#exposure #health #maryland

health1 month ago•1 min saved

Rhode Island Public Health Alerts After Six Rabid Wild Animals Detected in Providence County

Rhode Island health officials warn residents after six wild animals in Providence County test positive for rabies over the last six weeks (three raccoons in Burrillville, a bat and a coyote in Lincoln, and a raccoon in Providence; a North Smithfield raccoon awaiting test results). People should avoid wild animals, contact local animal control if encountered, and seek immediate medical care if exposed; ensure pets are up to date on rabies vaccinations.

via WJAR|

#exposure #health #public-health

health1 month ago•30 min saved

Maryland Detects 2026's First Measles Case Linked to Travel

Maryland health officials confirmed the state's first measles case of 2026 in a Baltimore metro traveler who recently traveled internationally; they are conducting contact tracing and urging potentially exposed people to verify their MMR vaccination status, monitor for symptoms for 21 days, and seek medical advice, noting exposure at BWI airport, FastMed Urgent Care, and Sinai Hospital.

via Patch|

#exposure #health #infectious-diseases

health1 month ago•4 min saved

Rhode Island Reports First Measles Case in Over a Year, Triggers Exposure Checks

RIDOH confirmed a measles case in a Providence County man with recent international travel, triggering exposure notices for a Providence bakery and other contacts. Health officials are notifying those potentially exposed, emphasize vaccination with MMR, and note that measles is highly contagious but preventable; there is no specific antiviral treatment beyond supportive care.

via Go Local Prov|

#exposure #health #measles

business1 month ago•3 min saved

Q1 Bank Earnings Spotlight Modest Private Credit Exposures

Bank earnings materials reveal private credit exposures to nonbank financials. Citi notes corporate private credit warehouse financing of about $22 billion. Overall, private-credit exposure is small relative to total loan books and is focused on investment-grade, upper-middle-market borrowers. Notable risk sectors include business services, software, and healthcare, with BDCs among counterparties showing varying exposure. Banks view private credit as mainly an institutional, long-term opportunity, though sector scrutiny remains and some retail exits are noted.

via Seeking Alpha|

#banks #business #earnings