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Earlier this week, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warned that the destructive effects of climate change are upon us, and far earlier than initially thought. In fact, projections target the year 2030 — a mere 12 years from now — as the date when the planet’s temperature will increase by 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit above those associated with the pre-industrial era.
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As we approach cold and flu season, it’s a good time to take a look at the lifespan of common bacteria and viruses — the culprits behind colds, flus, and bugs that run rampant during the winter. Understanding how long these bacteria and viruses can survive on the surfaces surrounding us might help protect us from coming into contact with them.
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Many people today are choosing to go vegetarian or even vegan either for health reasons or conscientious reasons. Did you know that there’s another reason that people may start eating less meat or no meat at all? That reason is to help combat climate change.
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