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U.S. cracks down on ethanol-based hand sanitizer, hitting supply as demand soars

NEW YORK (Reuters) – The Trump administration has tightened restrictions on the use of ethanol in hand sanitizer, forcing suppliers of the corn-based alcohol to halt their sales at a time of soaring demand, according to sources and documents seen by Reuters. FILE PHOTO: Home care nurse Flora Ajayi uses hand sanitizer while donning personal… Read More: U.S. cracks down on ethanol-based hand sanitizer, hitting supply as… »

COVID-19 triggers flood of court rulings as estranged parents argue exes putting children at infection risk

It’s called nesting, and is a refreshingly constructive solution for divided families. The children live full-time in their home, while the separated parents take turns staying with them. But on March 31, an Ontario judge ordered that an immune-compromised Ottawa mother be given exclusive use of the matrimonial abode, citing her heightened risk from COVID-19… Read More: COVID-19 triggers flood of court rulings as estranged parents argue… »

Scientists recreate DNA damage caused by toxins from smoking

Researchers from the University of York have recreated how toxins from smoking cause unique patterns of DNA damage. The discovery could help scientists better understand the cause of bladder cancer and the link to smoking. The causes of bladder cancer remain largely unknown, however smoking is seen as the main risk factor for the disease.… Read More: Scientists recreate DNA damage caused by toxins from smoking »

10 Household Items That Are Extremely Flammable

Flour Yes it’s true! Flour can be a fire hazard, especially flour dust in the air. In fact, many powdered foods, such as non-dairy creamer, spices, and dried milk, will ignite readily. This is because they can burn easily from all sides, so they flare up quickly when exposed to a naked flame. So beware… Read More: 10 Household Items That Are Extremely Flammable »