Community Safety

Washington – Taking a higher than recommended dose of the anti-diarrhea drug loperamide – also known by the brand name Imodium – can lead to serious heart problems and death, the Food and Drug Administration is warning after receiving reports that people are intentionally misusing the drug in an attempt to self-treat opioid withdrawal or get high.

San Francisco – With the Fourth of July weekend approaching, the American Academy of Ophthalmology is reminding people about the dangers of handling fireworks.

Boston – A Harvard Medical School study of parents whose children have asthma shows roughly half don't know which type of asthma-control medication their child is taking and how often it should be used.

Schaumburg, IL – Many people don’t understand the information on sunscreen labels or use the product correctly, potentially raising their risk for skin cancer, according to the results of a survey conducted by the American Academy of Dermatology.

Washington – Thinking about firing up the grill this weekend? Before grabbing those barbecue tongs, follow a few simple food precautions, intended to help people stay healthy, from the American Institute for Cancer Research.

Washington – As outdoor temperatures increase, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding parents and caregivers about the dangers of leaving children in hot cars.

Boston – Healthy living could prevent half of all cancer deaths, and close to half of all cancer diagnoses could potentially be prevented, according to a recent study from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

Silver Spring, MD – The Food and Drug Administration is updating the “Nutrition Facts” label found on the side of most packaged food sold in the United States.

Atlanta – The number of children who suffer traumatic brain injuries on playgrounds has “increased significantly,” according to a study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Beverly Hills, CA – Your vehicle’s front windshield can provide some protection from the sun’s rays, but its side windows? Not so much, according to a new study conducted by Boxer Wachler Vision Institute.