Heat illnesses: 3 harmful effects of extreme heat on the body

Heat waves or hot weather that lasts for several days is not only uncomfortable, but also dangerous to your health. From life-threatening heat strokes to unsightly heat hives, here’s a breakdown of the top ways extreme heat can affect the body. Heat stroke The human body’s normal temperature is about 98.7 degrees Fahrenheit. In order… Read More: Heat illnesses: 3 harmful effects of extreme heat on the… »

Contaminated Goldfish crackers left Mississippi woman sick, hospitalized, lawsuit claims

Pepperidge Farm has recalled four varieties of Goldfish crackers out of fears they could potentially have salmonella.  (AP) A Mississippi woman who claims she was hospitalized with salmonella after eating Goldfish crackers is now suing, seeking damages from Pepperidge Farm and its ingredient manufacturer, Associated Milk Producers, Inc. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, is… Read More: Contaminated Goldfish crackers left Mississippi woman sick, hospitalized, lawsuit claims »