Halloween is extra tricky this year thanks to COVID-19. But beyond the possible exposure to the virus from trick-or-treating or Halloween parties, there’s the issue of excess sugar intake – and, as discussed below, how it might contribute to lowered immune response and increased risk for severity of viral infection. For most, Halloween is more […]
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Your appearance won’t be the only frightening thing about wearing costume contact lenses this Halloween. Your eyes might look like a lizard’s for an evening, but the risk of permanent vision loss may not be worth the temporary thrill. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 40 million, or about one in […]
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While sugary candies are certainly a part of Halloween, it doesn’t mean you or your child have to forgo celebrating the holiday altogether. Here are 12 tips to celebrate Halloween safely if you have diabetes.
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Today, Halloween is a celebratory day where people dress up as everything from witches to TV characters. But at the heart of it is still a dark history. We’re looking into the spookiest Halloween legends and tales, and where they came from…
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Black licorice may look and taste like an innocent treat, but this candy has a dark side. On Sept. 23, 2020, it was reported that black licorice was the culprit in the death of a 54-year-old man in Massachusetts. How could this be? Overdosing on licorice sounds more like a twisted tale than a plausible […]
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The year 2020 has brought many changes and unfortunately affected holidays like Halloween. Many parents want to avoid trick or treating, but still celebrate this holiday, so here are some tips to have fun without trick-or-treating, along with some safety tips if you do.
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