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Toledo, OH — Exposure to blue light from the sun and electronic devices may destroy cells in the retina and accelerate the onset of blindness, a recent study from the University of Toledo indicates.

Ann Arbor, MI — Cutting junk food from your diet may result in withdrawal symptoms similar to those experienced by people kicking a drug habit, new research from the University of Michigan shows.

Emmitsburg, MD — An estimated 3,900 hotel and motel fires were reported annually between 2014 and 2016, resulting in about 15 fatalities and 100 injuries each year, according to data published in a recent edition of the “Topical Fire Report Series” from the U.S. Fire Administration and FEMA.

Chicago — More than 33,000 people were treated for sports-related eye injuries last year in the United States, according to advocacy group Prevent Blindness.

Bethesda, MD — Independence comes with a steep safety risk for new teen drivers, according to recent research from the National Institutes of Health.

Washington — Washing your hands and using a meat thermometer help prevent the spread of germs during meal preparation, but a recent study from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows many people may be skipping these important steps.

McLean, VA — Many drivers think texting and driving is dangerous only in certain circumstances, and most still need “a lot of convincing” to understand the risks, according to a recent study from Australia.

Barcelona, Spain — Eating dinner close to bedtime may increase the risk of breast and prostate cancer, a recent study led by Spanish researchers suggests.

Itasca, IL — The American Academy of Pediatrics is advising parents to keep children in rear-facing car seats until they reach the maximum weight or height limit indicated on the seat, rather than using age as a guide.

Washington — Does the thought of your aging parents behind the wheel worry you? Have you voiced your concerns to them? A recent study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety shows many people avoid talking with loved ones about this sensitive issue.