Staying Safe on the Fourth

Health Wanted

It’s time for summer fun! But before you head to your Fourth of July barbecue, make sure you know how to keep yourself safe and healthy. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest George McKeehan go over helpful safety tips for Fourth of July activities like swimming, spending time outside, and enjoying firework displays.

And in the Q&A Bristow tackles listener questions about PFAS in dental floss, the dangers of alcohol, and if the full moon encourages parasitic activity. Plus, in the Sick of the Week, a new study from UGA finds that shrimp are spreading resistance to a last-line antibiotic.

For a full rundown on all the information shared in today's episode, take a look at the Show Notes.

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Chapters

1. BB (00:00:00)

2. Happy birthday, America! (00:00:28)

3. Interview with George McKeehan (00:15:00)

4. The Q&A (00:34:56)