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Cattle-killing tick: A new study
A bunch of unusual ticks showed up in Ohio, causing trouble on a farm. These ticks, known as Asian longhorned ticks, were discovered in large numbers, and their feeding frenzy led to the death of three cattle.
Kate Yakimchuk research ticks pests cattle Animals 23 November 2023
Pet apps can be dangerous: A new study
Most pet owners have already seen multiple apps designed to entertain your pets. The problem is, some of them can't be trusted - these apps collect and leak their users' data.
Kate Yakimchuk research pets apps leak Animals 17 November 2023
Flammable mistakes: Housekeeping and safety tips
When designing your house, you should always pay attention not only to its comfort and design, but also to its safety. House fires can quickly destroy everything you have and also endanger your family, so you should be really careful with that.
Kate Yakimchuk fire mistakes Helpful tips 16 November 2023
Signs that a tree has to go: Gardening tips
It's important for a gardener to see clearly when it's time to get rid of a tree. Old or unhealthy trees can be dangerous to other people and plants, so they do more harm than good.
Kate Yakimchuk trees gardening tips Garden 2 November 2023
What if you break a mercury thermometer: Housekeeping tips
If you still use old-style mercury thermometers in your house, then there's always a chance that you can accidentally break them. Mercury can be quite dangerous, so you should be very careful when removing it.
Kate Yakimchuk mercury thermometer safety cleaning Helpful tips 27 October 2023
Flammable mulch: Keep your garden safe
Mulch can be extremely helpful and beneficial for your garden plants, but it can also have some disadvantages. One of them is that some types of natural mulch are flammable, so they can potentially be pretty dangerous as well.
Kate Yakimchuk mulch gardening flame fire Garden 24 October 2023
Bears coming to people: Learn more about wildlife
Wild bears are one of the most dangerous animals you can meet - but sometimes they come to people's houses and even act relatively friendly. It doesn't mean that you should try to befriend bears, but it's pretty interesting to know why they act that way.
Kate Yakimchuk bears wildlife nature Animals 24 September 2023
Fire hazard: Housekeeping mistakes
You might know some basic safety rules, but if you miss a few of them, then your house won't be fireproof. There are lots of things that can make your house potentially more prone to fire, and some of them aren't obvious.
Kate Yakimchuk fire hazard tips mistakes Helpful tips 21 September 2023
Dangerous dust: Housekeeping insights
Dusty houses aren't just unpleasant to look at, because dust can also be pretty dangerous. If you skip dusting regularly, then you can potentially threaten your health a lot, so it's better to change this habit.
Kate Yakimchuk dust health tips Helpful tips 14 September 2023
Dangerous dressers: Furniture that can harm your kids
Furniture should not only look good and last long, but also be safe - especially for pets and kids. Some dresser designs can look amazing, but they should always be anchored, or they can damage or even kill your child or your pet by tipping over.
Kate Yakimchuk dresser furniture children tips House Design 14 September 2023
Psychosis and social media: A new study on correlations
Many young adults in Canada spend a lot of time on their smartphones, switching between apps like TikTok, Netflix, and Instagram. Their parents and lots of specialists are worried about whether these things can harm their development and mental health.
Kate Yakimchuk research media psychosis Psychology 11 September 2023
Don't allow your kids to touch wild animals: It might be dangerous
Children tend to love exploring the world around, and they also love animals - both domestic and wild. It doesn't mean they should touch them, though - it's up to you to tell them that might be dangerous.
Kate Yakimchuk children wildlife Animals 2 September 2023
Use gardening chemicals: Bad and good sides
Most gardening chemicals are effective tools to achieve amazing results, so you shouldn't be afraid of using them. Whether you should be afraid of gardening chemicals depends on several factors, including the types of chemicals you're using, how you use them, and your personal safety precautions.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening chemicals tips Garden 28 August 2023
The most dangerous diseases that can be transmitted by animals: Be careful
Several dangerous diseases can be transmitted from animals to humans, a phenomenon known as zoonotic diseases. These diseases can have significant public health implications and may arise from direct contact with animals, consumption of contaminated animal products, or exposure to vectors that carry pathogens.
Kate Yakimchuk rabies diseases health Animals 15 August 2023
Beautiful, but dangerous: Plants you better not to use in your garden
Certain plants possess stunning beauty, but can be dangerous due to their toxic or harmful properties. These plants may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or even be poisonous if ingested.
Kate Yakimchuk plants gardening Garden 12 August 2023
Why smoked meat can be dangerous: That's why you should eat it in moderation
While smoked food can be flavorful and enjoyable, there are certain risks and potential dangers associated with the smoking process. These risks primarily arise from the formation of harmful compounds during smoking.
Kate Yakimchuk smoke meat health dieting Cooking 10 August 2023
Shark attacks on humans are not as common as you might think: Learn more about wildlife
Sharks are often misunderstood, and their portrayal in the media sometimes exaggerates the risk they pose to humans. While it's true that some shark species can be potentially dangerous, the likelihood of a shark attacking a human is very low.
Kate Yakimchuk wildlife sharks Animals 8 August 2023