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Exclusive | Rats are surging this summer— here’s how to keep NYC’s unofficial mascot at bay: ‘They eat through sheet rock’

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Exclusive | Rats are surging this summer— here’s how to keep NYC’s unofficial mascot at bay: ‘They eat through sheet rock’

Tourists won’t be the only thing hogging the Big Apple sidewalks this summer. When people think of New York City rats, they usually picture woodchuck-size vermin darting through alleyways, or bursting through basement ceilings a la “Ratatouille.” They’re not wrong. During a recent ride-along with veteran exterminator Favio Ulloa, The Post didn’t spot a single … Read more

Tick populations are surging in these states — here’s what homeowners can do to keep their yards safe

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Tick populations are surging in these states — here’s what homeowners can do to keep their yards safe

It’s tick season, and if you’re a homeowner in the Northeast, Upper Midwest, Middle Atlantic, Ohio River Valley, and even the South, don’t be surprised if they’re particularly active in your area.  Not only are ticks a nuisance, but they’ve also led to a growing number of emergency room visits. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention … Read more

Brain injuries are surging from e-bike and scooter crashes in NYC — and a two-hour window is most dangerous

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Brain injuries are surging from e-bike and scooter crashes in NYC — and a two-hour window is most dangerous

Hit the brakes. Researchers are ringing alarm bells about a surge in brain and spine injuries from electric bike and scooter crashes. But it’s not just urban riders who are suffering the consequences of a fast roll, as pedestrians are getting caught in the crosshairs as well. A new study has shown an alarming increase … Read more

ADHD meds for adults are surging — and the typical patient may surprise you

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ADHD meds for adults are surging — and the typical patient may surprise you

Six years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, its effects are still visible — from widespread hybrid work schedules to declining student performance. Add another wrinkle to the list — new prescriptions for ADHD medicine have more than doubled since the start of the pandemic, especially among younger adults. ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is … Read more

Pornhub reveals number of women watching X-rated videos is surging: New report exposes top US searches

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Pornhub reveals number of women watching X-rated videos is surging: New report exposes top US searches

They’re clicking taboos to the curb. Pornhub has released its annual Year in Review report, revealing women are tuning in to X-rated videos at record rates. In 2025, the fairer sex made up a sizable 38 percent of all visitors to the adult website, a 14 percent surge since 2015. “Over the last decade, our … Read more

Norovirus cases are surging in parts of the US, CDC data shows

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Norovirus cases are surging in parts of the US, CDC data shows

Cases of a wretched stomach bug are surging in parts of the United States this winter, according to government data. The most recent numbers from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show there were 91 outbreaks of norovirus reported during the week of Dec. 5, up from 69 outbreaks the last week of … Read more

Gen Z is ‘pimping up’ instant noodles with gourmet upgrades — and ramen sales are surging

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Gen Z is ‘pimping up’ instant noodles with gourmet upgrades — and ramen sales are surging

TikTok is turning into a real noodlist colony. Once relegated to cash-strapped college students, instant noodle packs are now haute cuisine that’s selling like hotcakes. This is thanks to Gen Z gourmands zhuzhing them up with top-shelf accouterments like spring onions and Kewpie mayonnaise. “Instant noodles have come a long way from being just a … Read more

Urinary tract infections are surging — and your diet may be to blame

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Urinary tract infections are surging — and your diet may be to blame

Folks are feeling the burn as urinary tract infection (UTI) rates surge. UTIs are among the most common infections worldwide, affecting 50% to 60% of women at some point in their lives, and they seem to be becoming more prevalent. The disease burden rose by more than 68% between 1990 and 2019, recent research found. Even more … Read more

Levi’s jeans sales are surging following Beyoncé’s “Act II: Cowboy Carter”

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Levi’s jeans sales are surging following Beyoncé’s “Act II: Cowboy Carter”

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Western wear is having a moment, and it’s not just because rodeo season is right around the corner. It appears that whatever “Queen Bey” touches turns to gold or better — to light-wash denim. “Act II: Cowboy Carter,” … Read more

The bizarre $30 wellness tool that’s surging in popularity — and transforming people’s lives

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The bizarre wellness tool that’s surging in popularity — and transforming people’s lives

To be the pinnacle of health from head to toe, try the latest fitness fad: toe spacers. Wearing too-tight shoes or high heels can crowd your piggies, and, over time, lead to pain, balance issues and deformities, such as bunions and hammer toes. To counteract such problems, toe spacers — which separate the individual toes to … Read more

Ohio becomes first state to report uptick in pediatric pneumonia amid surging cases in China

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Ohio becomes first state to report uptick in pediatric pneumonia amid surging cases in China

Ohio has become the first US state to report a mysterious uptick in pediatric pneumonia as cases surge in China. The Warren County Health District has reported 142 cases of the illness among children since August, according to a press release. This is above the county average and meets the Ohio Department of Health’s definition … Read more

Surging opioid nitazene could be deadlier than fentanyl, experts warn

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Surging opioid nitazene could be deadlier than fentanyl, experts warn

A subclass of synthetic opioids called nitazenes could be more powerful than fentanyl — and 1,000 times more potent than morphine — according to a new study. The small study, which was published in JAMA Network Open on Tuesday, found that those patients who overdosed on nitazenes had to receive two or more doses of … Read more

Cholera outbreaks surging worldwide, fatality rates rising – WHO

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Cholera outbreaks surging worldwide, fatality rates rising – WHO

A boy is administered with a cholera vaccine during a house-to-house vaccination campaign in Sanaa, Yemen. (Khaled Abdullah/Reuters) GENEVA (Reuters) – Cholera cases have surged this year, especially in places of poverty and conflict, with outbreaks reported in 26 countries and fatality rates rising sharply, a World Health Organization official said on Friday. In a … Read more

Syphilis cases are surging. Should I be worried?

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Syphilis cases are surging. Should I be worried?

Syphilis is making a comeback in the United States. In 2021, total cases of the sexually transmitted disease surged by 27 percent to more than 171,000, and the rate reached a 30-year high, according to preliminary data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The spike is part of a concerning trend of rising … Read more