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Newswise: Indo-Pacific Ocean warming increases the uncertainty in forecasting the onset of the South China Sea summer monsoon
Released: 14-Dec-2022 10:55 AM EST
Indo-Pacific Ocean warming increases the uncertainty in forecasting the onset of the South China Sea summer monsoon
Institute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences

The onset of the South China Sea summer monsoon (SCSSM), usually characterized by a simultaneous circulation–convection transition, marks the beginning of the East Asian summer rainy season. Thus, forecasting it at the subseasonal-to-seasonal scale is a key concern.

Newswise: NYS Mesonet Study Tracks the Impacts of Western Wildfires on New York Air Quality
Released: 27-Oct-2022 4:05 PM EDT
NYS Mesonet Study Tracks the Impacts of Western Wildfires on New York Air Quality
University at Albany, State University of New York

The study finds that more frequent and intense western wildfires are not only impacting the air quality and visibility in surrounding areas, but also as far away as the East Coast.

Released: 15-Aug-2022 8:05 AM EDT
Research results on benefits of camp on kids with ventilators
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

The study, “The Effect of an Overnight Summer Camp on the Quality of Life for Individuals Who Require Ventilatory Support,” appears in in the “Pediatric Physical Therapy” journal. The team, which included graduate students from LVC, has found that attending summer camp boosts the quality of life for children using ventilators. And the more years such children attend summer camp, the better their quality of life becomes, according to the study.

Released: 8-Aug-2022 12:10 PM EDT
Collaborative between UChicago Medicine and Advocate Health Care supports 18 grassroots organizations helping to keep kids safe this summer
University of Chicago Medical Center

Eighteen South Side community groups are receiving $150,000 to support their grassroots work supporting youth and keeping them safe during the summer — a time when violence and violent injuries typically increases in the Chicagoland area. The funding is made possible through the annual grants program from Southland RISE (Resilience Initiative to Strengthen and Empower), a collaborative uniting the trauma recovery programs from the University of Chicago Medicine and Advocate Health Care.

Released: 2-Aug-2022 2:05 PM EDT
Wildfires are intensifying around the world. Here are the latest headlines in wildfires research for media
Newswise

California’s McKinney Fire grew to become the state’s largest fire so far this year. The risk of wildfire is rising globally due to climate change. Below are some of the latest articles that have been added to the Wildfires channel on Newswise.

       
Newswise: The Medical Minute: Sweltering summer? Avoid heat-related illness
Released: 20-Jul-2022 12:15 PM EDT
The Medical Minute: Sweltering summer? Avoid heat-related illness
Penn State Health

As temperatures soar this summer, the risk of heat-related illness does, too. Recognizing the symptoms of this preventable illness and getting swift treatment are critically important.

Newswise: Preventing and Treating Swimmer’s Ear
Released: 13-Jul-2022 2:35 PM EDT
Preventing and Treating Swimmer’s Ear
UT Southwestern Medical Center

Summertime trips to lakes or pools to escape the heat can sometimes lead to ear infections caused by excess moisture in the ear canal. Hongzhao Ji, M.D., Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at UT Southwestern, offers information on swimmer’s ear, how to treat it, and how to prevent it.

Released: 1-Jul-2022 6:05 AM EDT
Hiking Safety for Kids: Expert Tips
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

As you’re enjoying the early fall weather and outdoor adventures, like hiking, don’t forget to make safety a priority to help keep illness and injuries from spoiling family fun time. Jeffrey M. Bender, MD, attending physician in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and former ranger in the Sierra Mountains, points out tips on how to prevent bug bites, proper animal interaction and empowering kids to explore the outdoors in a safe and smart way.

Newswise: Healthy Foods for Summer
Released: 30-Jun-2022 1:05 PM EDT
Healthy Foods for Summer
LifeBridge Health

No need to skip the cookouts you love in an effort to stay healthy this summer. Here, find recipes for healthy and delicious summer dishes.

   
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Released: 30-Jun-2022 12:05 PM EDT
6 Curly Hair Tips From Dermatologists
American Academy of Dermatology

As people shed their winter hats in favor of warmer temperatures, letting their hair flow freely, having the right hair care routine is important. According to dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology, people with curly or tightly coiled hair are more prone to breakage and dryness than other hair types.

Released: 30-Jun-2022 7:05 AM EDT
What's the Best Sunscreen for Kids?
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

How to choose the best—and safest—sunscreen for your child. Fun in the sun is a year-round activity in Southern California. But all that sunshine means it’s critical to protect your child (and yourself) from the sun’s harmful rays. “One or more blistering sunburns in childhood can more than double your chances of developing melanoma later on,” says Minnelly Luu, MD, a pediatric dermatologist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

Newswise: Stay Safe All Summer Long
Released: 29-Jun-2022 11:00 AM EDT
Stay Safe All Summer Long
Johns Hopkins Medicine

As school ends, summer fun begins. Johns Hopkins Children’s Center experts say safety is the key to an enjoyable season for the whole family. Children’s Center experts are available to provide some top tips for the months ahead.

Released: 29-Jun-2022 7:05 AM EDT
From Water Sports to Biking: Here’s How to Keep Your Child Safe During the Summer
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Summer means fun in the sun, beach outings, swimming pools, and outdoor adventures like camping, hiking, bicycling and skateboarding. What also comes is an increased risk for injuries—and an increased need for awareness. Experts at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and the Safety and Injury Prevention Program have compiled a list of helpful guidelines to ensure that you and your family have an enjoyable and safe summer.

Released: 24-Jun-2022 3:15 PM EDT
To Beat the Summer Heat, New Study Finds Passive Cooling Really Works
University of Oregon

Opening the windows at night and pulling down shades during the sunniest part of the afternoon can keep homes from becoming dangerously hot during extreme heat waves. New research from the University of Oregon measures just how big of an impact these passive cooling strategies can have, especially in the Pacific Northwest.

Newswise: New Study: 2021 Heat Wave Created ‘Perfect Storm’ for Shellfish Die-Off
Released: 21-Jun-2022 4:20 PM EDT
New Study: 2021 Heat Wave Created ‘Perfect Storm’ for Shellfish Die-Off
University of Washington

A team led by the University of Washington has compiled and analyzed hundreds of these field observations to produce the first comprehensive report of the impacts of the 2021 heat wave on shellfish.



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