Environmental

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February 20, 2020

Using cosmetics containing parabens while pregnant may have consequences for the child’s weight development, according to a new study published

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February 19, 2020

Even a few hours' exposure to ambient ultrafine particles common in air pollution may potentially trigger a nonfatal heart attack, according to new

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February 13, 2020

A new study published in the journal Environmental Health examined the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) risk assessments for 47

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February 5, 2020

Poor sleep habits and sleep disorders are very common in early childhood, especially in children exposed to multiple family and environmental risks

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January 31, 2020

A vegetarian diet may be associated with a lower risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs), according to a new study published in the journal

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January 22, 2020

Reducing sodium intake in adults with elevated blood pressure or hypertension decreased thirst, urine volume, and blood pressure, but did not affect

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January 15, 2020

Though adverse outcomes from childhood exposures to lead and mercury are on the decline in the United States, like due to restrictions on the use of

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January 10, 2020

Bisphenol S (BPS), a replacement for bisphenol A (BPA), can hinder heart function within minutes of a single exposure, according to a new study by

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