Survey by the CDC shows smoking rates are at a record low
Smoking – closely followed by obesity – is the largest cause of premature deaths around the world. However, a new study released by the CDC […]
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Vitamin E acetate identified as the most likely cause of vaping crisis
As the vaping crisis continues, health officials have now released a publication identifying vitamin E acetate as the most likely cause of the lung illnesses. […]
Facebook launches “Facebook Pay” feature on its platforms
In a bid to increase customer trust and engagement, Facebook recently announced a number of changes to its platforms. The latest of these changes was […]
Dean Foods, largest dairy producer in the US, announces bankruptcy
Consumption of cow’s milk has been falling in the last few years. Because of this, dairy farmers have reported lower sales and rising debts. And […]
CBD oil: what do consumers need to know?
An increasing number of consumers are turning to CBD oil to treat medical conditions. But with the regulations and clinical evidence being so confusing, many […]
Shopify faces complants from consumers and merchants
Shopify is one of the largest web hosts for online stores. The platform has over 800,000 merchants, who are able to store and ship merchandise […]
Consumers urged to get vaccinated ahead of flu season
Last year’s flu epidemic was one of the worst on record. Although experts say it’s too soon to predict how severe this year’s flu season […]
Political ads to be banned on Twitter
There’s no doubt that the Cambridge Analytica scandal has damaged the reputation of many social media platforms. And with trust in online platforms at an […]
Why do consumers prefer digital banking?
The closure of bank branches may be alarming for many consumers. But, a survey from Provident Bank shows that there’s a reason for their decline: […]
New cystic fibrosis and Alzheimers drug sent for FDA approval
Cystic fibrosis is a progressive disease that causes persistent lung infections and can lead to breathing difficulties. For many years, scientists have been looking for […]