Tag Archives: Online

Online information about probiotics often misleading

As probiotics grow in popularity, a recent study investigates the reliability of online information. They find that the majority of “top” websites provide information that lacks scientific evidence. As scientists have become increasingly interested in the role of gut bacteria, so have the public. In parallel with the microbiome’s rise to fame, probiotics have grown… Read More: Online information about probiotics often misleading »

Protect online purchases from ‘porch pirates’ this Black Friday

With 9.46 million Australians now shopping online, it has never been easier to hunt for bargains and have items delivered straight to your door. While shopping up a storm can be as easy as scrolling through an Instagram feed and clicking the ‘shop now’ button, Australia has seen a sharp rise in the number of… Read More: Protect online purchases from ‘porch pirates’ this Black Friday »

House passes bill to restrict online sales of e-cigarettes

The House of Representatives passed a bill Monday to restrict online sales of vaping products and e-cigarettes. The legislation, the Preventing Online Sales of E-Cigarettes to Children Act, would require an adult to sign for vaping products delivered by mail. It’s the latest measure to advance in the House with the goal of ending a… Read More: House passes bill to restrict online sales of e-cigarettes »