Believe it or not, only about 45% of your body is made up of human cells. The rest of your body is made up of massive numbers of microscopic dwellers. The greatest concentration of this microscopic life lies deep within the murky depths of your bowels.
Millions of Americans are drinking radioactive water and don’t know it. To see the amounts of radium and other contaminants in your local water system, click on the link and add your zip code to the search bar.
Flesh-eating bacteria is not just in the water. It can also colonize in the sand.Given the growing concern and news reports of dangerous flesh-eating bacteria, the health department launched a new campaign to inform beach-goers on how to remain safe. The campaign — Swim it, Shore it, Dodge it — offers guidance on safety concerns.
It’s been a hot summer and you might think that cooling off in the pool — whether in your own backyard or at your local recreational center — is just the ticket. But not so fast….
