Residents, gardeners should take precautions to protect against deadly disease transmitted by snails, slugs, and animals that ingest them ...

A broken pipe sent a gusher of sewage into the river near Washington. Some people may try to row, sail or fish. But skeptics are steering clear.

The New World screwworm is a flesh-eating parasite that infests open wounds on live animals and humans. While eradicated in the U.S. decades ago, the parasite is spreading north through Central ...

First thing to know about eating snow – not all snow is created equal. While fresh snow may look appealing, there are several factors to consider to ensure it’s safe and clean. As snow falls, it can ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

First thing to know about eating snow – not all snow is created equal. While fresh snow may look appealing, there are several factors to consider to ensure it’s safe and clean. As snow falls, it can ...

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN, is a registered dietitian and freelance health writer specializing in women’s health, gut health, and integrative nutrition. Sprouted garlic is generally safe to eat if the ...

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For humans, feces are last on the list of things we’d place near our mouth. In the animal world, that reaction does not always apply. Coprophagy is the act of eating feces, and for many species it ...

With more than a foot of snow falling in some U.S. regions amid a frigid, historic winter season, individuals stuck in their homes may have contemplated consuming the icy precipitation outside. As ...

A python hunter captured a nearly 17-foot, 202-pound snake in the Florida Everglades. While it is legal to eat python meat in Florida, health officials strongly advise against it. Testing has revealed ...

DEAR JOAN: Recently I noticed mushrooms growing at the base of one of the juniper trees in the backyard. It was interesting, so I took a picture. Winter rains turn Death Valley National Park into ...