Kristen Dalli

Reporter at ConsumerAffairs

Managing Editor, Review of Myopia Management at Jobson Medical Information

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Consumer News: Walking 100 minutes per day can lower your risk of lower back pain, study finds

1 week ago | robinspost.com | Kristen Dalli

Researchers say its an easy and cost-effective way to manage painJune 20, 2025 A new study found that daily walking up to 100 minutes may lower the risk of developing chronic low back by 23%. Researchers found that speed can also play a role, as fast walkers were less likely than slow walkers to develop chronic back pain. The findings point to the benefits associated with consistent physical activity. A walk a day may keep the doctor away.
Walking 100 minutes per day can lower your risk of lower back pain, study finds

1 week ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None A new study found that daily walking up to 100 minutes may lower the risk of developing chronic low back by 23%. • None Researchers found that speed can also play a role, as fast walkers were less likely than slow walkers to develop chronic back pain. • None The findings point to the benefits associated with consistent physical activity. A walk a day may keep the doctor away.
Best and worst buys for 4th of July

1 week ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None With many stores advertising markdowns and discounts, it’s important to know what sales to take advantage of and which ones to skip this time around. • None Amazon’s Prime Day kicks off just a few days after 4th of July, and this may lead other retailers to offer even better deals before Amazon does. • None Just like with any big holiday shopping weekend, knowing what to buy and when are key factors to getting the best deals.
Gummy vitamins sold at Aldi, Amazon recalled

1 week ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None Gummy vitamins sold at popular retailers – Aldi, Amazon, and BJ’s – have been recalled for including undeclared peanuts. • None The manufacturer, Vita Warehouse Corp., issued a voluntary recall, and is doing an internal investigation on the potentially contaminated vitamins. • None Consumers with a peanut allergy are encouraged to return the vitamins to their place of purchase and dispose of them as soon as possible.
Live bird flu can live in raw milk for a week, study finds

1 week ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None A recent study found that live bird flu virus (H5N1) can survive in raw milk for over a week when refrigerated, and more than 24 hours at room temperature. • None Only unpasteurized (raw) milk is affected—pasteurization effectively kills the virus. • None Potential risks exist for people who handle or consume raw milk from infected animals, especially in dairy or farm settings. Bird flu continues to make headlines – this time, as it pertains to raw milk.
France Becomes First in EU to Reimburse HOYA MiYOSMART Lenses

1 week ago | reviewofmm.com | Kristen Dalli

June 18, 2025FRANCE — HOYA Vision Care announced that France has become the first country in the European Union (EU) to offer reimbursement for MiYOSMART* lenses for myopia management. Following an in-depth review by the French Health Authority (HAS), this decision will significantly expand access for children affected by severe and progressive myopia.
How to stay safe for 4th of July

1 week ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None While 4th of July is a time for barbecues and parties, it can also increase the risk for accidents and injuries. • None A recent survey found that unsafe fireworks displays and drunk driving are two of the biggest concerns for the upcoming holiday. • None Planning ahead – and prioritizing safety – are the keys to a safe and fun holiday. Fourth of July is right around the corner, and there’s no better time to start preparing for barbecues, trips, and celebrations.
Why summer travel opens the door to cyberattacks

1 week ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None With travel increasing in the summer months, it’s prime time for hackers to target consumers. • None Remote workers who work from airports, hotels, or conference centers may be at the greatest risk due to fewer protections on low-security Wi-Fi networks. • None Corporate attorney Maryam Meseha shares everything consumers need to know about spotting these cyberattacks, protecting against them, and traveling smarter and safer this summer.
CDC warns about multi-state salmonella outbreak from pistachio cream

1 week ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None Emek-brand pistachio cream is currently under investigation after being linked to four cases of salmonella in two states. • None The FDA continues to investigate whether multiple lots of the product are contaminated, or just the one lot in question is causing infection. • None The CDC recommends that consumers call their health care providers if they begin experiencing severe salmonella-related symptoms.
New Study Details How Multifocal Contact Lenses Slow Myopia Progression

1 week ago | reviewofmm.com | Kristen Dalli

A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Houston explored how multifocal contact lenses help fight myopia. David Berntsen, Golden-Golden Professor of Optometry and chair of Clinical Sciences at the University of Houston College of Optometry, and the BLINK (Bifocal Lenses In Nearsighted Kids) Study team conducted the trial. The biggest finding: having myopic children wear high-add power multifocal contact lenses slows myopia progression.