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Pop-Culture Myth: 'Friends' Lied to You About Jellyfish Stings

Experts say a saltwater rinse and vinegar work better, while urine can worsen pain and trigger more venom release.

Summary by Euronews
Rising temperatures often mean that there are more jellyfish in our oceans. If you’re heading to the beach soon and you get stung, don’t urinate on yourself (or have one of your friends do it for you), whatever you do. Because the beloved TV show Friends lied to you about jellyfish stings...

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West Hawaii Today broke the news on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
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