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Subclinical CVD Detected in Kids With Higher Arsenic Burden

Local Superfund site may contribute to inorganic arsenic exposure

Jun 30, 2023
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Across Borders, Worse COVID Outcomes Seen in Polluted Areas

More evidence associating air pollution exposure with hospitalization, mortality

Jun 23, 2023
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Dioxin Exposure Linked to Thyroid Dysfunction

Decreasing animal fat intake might reduce risks

Jun 21, 2023
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Opinion
Could Extreme Heat Make It Harder to Breastfeed?

We need more research on the impact of environmental factors

Jun 15, 2023
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Opinion
None of Your Patients Are Safe From Wildfires

We must do more to protect people from the health risks

Jun 13, 2023
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Opinion
Where There's Smoke, There's Fire

We need to be ready for the next public health emergency, whatever that may be

Jun 12, 2023
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Daylong N95 Masking Alters Heart Rate, Respiration

However, observations do not fall into territory of harm, according to exercise physiologists

Jun 09, 2023
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Which Mask Is Best for Wildfire Smoke?

Can surgical masks keep out PM2.5?

Jun 08, 2023
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Even Healthy People Should Minimize Exposure to Wildfire Smoke, Experts Say

"Generally, if you can avoid being outside, that's what we recommend"

Jun 07, 2023
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FDA Allows Chemo Imports From China; TB Patient Jailed; 'Forever Chemicals' Lawsuit

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

Jun 05, 2023
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Opinion
Overuse of Some Disinfectants Can Do More Harm Than Good

Health systems must eliminate unnecessary uses of QACs

May 30, 2023
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Gas Stove Use Linked to Indoor Pollutant Levels

Roundup of news on pollution exposures also delves into interstitial lung disease, sarcoidosis

May 25, 2023
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Illegal Ketamine Seizures; Doctors' Strike Ends; Arsenic in Drinking Water

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

May 25, 2023
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Opinion
Health Leaders Should Speak Out for Proposed Carbon Emission Regulation

This is an opportunity to fulfill commitments to our patients and the climate

May 23, 2023
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