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Creatine supplements: Benefits, risks and what experts say

Monday, December 15 by News 6

As more people set fitness goals for 2026, interest in supplements is rising alongside New Year’s resolutions. Fitness has steadily grown as a top resolution in recent years. Surveys show 39% of people listed fitness as their main goal in 2023, increasing to 48% in 2024 and 60% in 2026. With that growth, health experts... Read More.

Experts warn about top jobs impacted by artificial intelligence

Thursday, November 13 by News 6

Artificial intelligence is already integrated into the workplace and changing how millions of Americans do their jobs. A new report from Microsoft shows that 75 percent of employees now use AI in some way. From health diagnostics to writing assistance and customer service automation, AI is becoming a standard part of many industries. Researchers say... Read More.

Microplastics pose growing health risks, experts warn

Tuesday, July 15 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. - Microplastics, which are tiny particles shed from everyday plastics, are turning up in the human body, and researchers say they may be doing more harm than previously believed. According to the World Economic Forum, microplastics are now found across land, sea, air, and increasingly in human organs. Scientists estimate that the average person consumes... Read More.

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Experts warn early screen time may harm children’s mental health

Tuesday, June 10 by AP

A growing body of research is raising alarms about screen use among young children, especially those under age 5. A recent meta-analysis found that three in four children younger than 2 are being exposed to screens, despite global health guidelines advising otherwise. Experts say the effects aren’t just developmental—they may be emotional, behavioral and lasting. Here’s... Read More.

COVID vaccine side effects under fire: six experts testify on alleged government cover-ups

Thursday, May 22 by TNND

(TNND) — The Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations is set to hold its first hearing about the negative side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine. The committee issued a subpoena to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for records related to COVID-19 vaccine safety data and pandemic communications. The hearing will feature six witnesses discussing the... Read More.

Got Beef? Advocates, Experts Weigh in Amid Debate Over Cultivated Meat Products

Monday, March 31 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — As Oklahoma lawmakers consider proposals regarding cultivated meat, industry experts and advocates are weighing in on the potential impact on consumers and traditional ranching. Michael Kelsey, executive vice president of the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association, emphasized the importance of consumer awareness. "Beef, it is truly what's for dinner. It's also what's for lunch... Read More.