Tag: eating
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11 hospitalized in Pennsylvania after eating wild mushrooms
Eleven people were hospitalized after eating wild and apparently toxic mushrooms on Friday night, a fire agency that serves Pennsylvania Dutch Country said. The patients in Peach Bottom Township included a man, a woman, and nine children who were treated at a hospital and released, according to NBC affiliate WGAL of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The township…
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Florida prepares for Hurricane Milton and X exposes users to eating disorder content: Morning Rundown
Hurricane Milton could be the worst storm the Tampa region has seen in a century. An IDF soldier says her warnings about Hamas went unheeded before Oct. 7. And ‘X’ users say eating disorder content flourished on the platform. Here’s what to know today. Florida’s residents prepare or evacuate ahead of Hurricane Milton’s landfall Florida…
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How X became a hub for groups encouraging eating disorders
Content warning: This piece includes descriptions of eating disorders and self-harm that may be triggering to some readers. The National Alliance for Eating Disorders Helpline provides support, resources and information about treatment options at 1-866-662-1235. You can also text “ALLIANCE” to 741741 to be contacted by a trained volunteer. Communities that promote eating disorders have…