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March 08, 2012:
Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals Found in Many Household Products: Study
These ingredients also found in some 'alternative' brands, researchers say
January 14, 2012:
Healthy Children, Safe Homes a Winning Combination
From checking for radon to selecting seafood, you can lower chemical exposure
October 11, 2011:
Environmental Toxins Linked to Hardening of Arteries
Certain pollutants, even if banned, can still linger and cause damage to major heart vessels, study says
September 02, 2011:
Survivor Builds 'Cancer-Fighting' House
Natural materials, a lush garden, proximity to walking trails encourage healthy lifestyle
June 22, 2011:
Early Chemical Exposures May Affect Breast Health: Report
Scientists say common chemicals should be tested for their possible harm to milk gland development
March 31, 2011:
Levels of Radiation in Wash. State Milk No Threat to Health: FDA
In joint statement with EPA, agency says iodine-131 levels fall far below levels thought unsafe
March 24, 2011:
High Levels of PFCs Might Bring Early Menopause
Study found exposure to chemicals may disrupt a woman's endocrine system
March 24, 2011:
Weaker Bones, Cellphone Use Linked in Small Study
Research in 24 men found less mineral content, density in hips, but more study needed, experts say
March 23, 2011:
Americans' Exposure to Mercury From Fish Won't Harm Hearts: Study
Large analysis finds no detectable cardiovascular danger
March 16, 2011:
EPA Proposes Tougher Air Pollution Rules for Power Plants
Guidelines could prevent 120,000 cases of childhood asthma and thousands of deaths, heart attacks yearly, agency says
March 04, 2011:
Can Crotch Length Predict Sperm Strength?
Men below the median are 7 times more likely to have sperm in the subfertile range, study says
February 17, 2011:
2 Pesticides Linked to Parkinson's in Study
Findings on paraquat, rotenone will further understanding of the disease, researchers say
January 17, 2011:
Despite Claims, Many Daily Moisturizers Don't Shield Against Sun: Study
Only a few 'broad-spectrum' creams protect against glass-penetrating UV-A rays, researchers say
January 11, 2011:
Working With Plasticizers, Pesticides May Reduce Fertility
Job exposure may have delayed pregnancy, led to lower-weight babies, researchers say
December 27, 2010:
Carbon Monoxide May Be Greater Threat in Winter
This odorless gas causes 4,000 hospitalizations in U.S. each year, doctors say
December 07, 2010:
Contaminated Butter Points to Need for Better Surveillance, Study Says
After finding flame retardants in samples and wrappers, researchers say U.S. government testing needed
August 24, 2010:
2002 Oil Spill May Shed Light on Health Problems for Deepwater Workers
But expert notes several key differences in two spills
July 22, 2010:
Can Ozone Cause Heart Attacks?
In tests with rats, smog component appeared to trigger death of heart cells, study says
July 19, 2010:
Could PCBs Help Boost Blood Pressure?
Study suggests a link, but cause and effect remains unclear, experts say
July 02, 2010:
Minnesota Smoking Bans Didn't Lead to Job Loss
Twin City study finds policies didn't affect bars, may have even spurred employment in local restaurants
June 29, 2010:
Taking Public Transit Might Help You Stay Slim
Leaving car at home, walking to station adds to daily exercise, researchers note
June 23, 2010:
Experts Try to Gauge Health Effects of Gulf Oil Spill
Some are known, others will unfold as years go on, government advisors say
June 21, 2010:
Plastics Chemical BPA Tied to Ovarian Cysts
Women with the problem had higher levels of BPA, but study can't confirm cause-and-effect, experts say
May 17, 2010:
Pesticides on Produce Tied to ADHD in Children
Organophosphates may alter chemistry of developing brain, researchers say
May 07, 2010:
Gulf Oil Spill Could Threaten Human Health
Short-term effects include skin and respiratory woes, while longer-term risks are uncertain
April 01, 2010:
Workplace Chemicals May Boost Breast Cancer Risk
Working with certain fibers before age 36 raises women's odds of developing cancer, study finds
March 04, 2010:
Vaccine for Asbestos-Related Cancer Looks Safe
In tests, novel immunotherapy appears to combat mesothelioma tumors
February 12, 2010:
Too Much Mercury in Canned Tuna -- Or Is There?
It could depend on whether you heed EPA or FDA standards, experts say
February 10, 2010:
Exposure to 9/11 Fumes Tied to Chronic Headaches
Preliminary data from lower Manhattan residents suggest a link, nearly a decade later
February 08, 2010:
Cleaning Agent Tied to Parkinson's in Study
Trichloroethylene was widely used industrial solvent
January 21, 2010:
Chemicals in Carpets, Non-Stick Pans Tied to Thyroid Disease
PFOA, PFOS are found throughout the home and the environment, experts say
December 23, 2009:
Pollution May Boost Pneumonia Risk for Seniors
Long-term exposure to dirty air doubled likelihood of respiratory infection, study found
December 15, 2009:
Breast Growth in Boys Might Be Linked to Plastics Chemical
But it's still too early to say that phthalates actually cause the condition, experts say
November 24, 2009:
Stifled Anger at Work Doubles Men's Risk for Heart Attack
More open on-the-job interaction might ease the problem, researchers say
November 23, 2009:
Smoking During Pregnancy, Lead Exposure Raise ADHD Risk in Kids
Study found one more than doubled chances, while both increased risk eightfold
November 11, 2009:
BPA Tied to Impotence in Men
Chinese factory worker study suggests more potential hazards from the plastics chemical
November 06, 2009:
Can a Bad Boss Make You Sick?
Study ties poor supervisors to higher odds for heart attack
October 26, 2009:
Cell Phone May Reduce Bone Density in Hips
Keep mobile phones as far as possible from body, research suggests
October 19, 2009:
Household Insecticides May Be Linked to Autoimmune Diseases
Study suggests a connection with lupus, rheumatoid arthritis
October 16, 2009:
Smoking Keeps Its Grip on Urban Poor
Misconceptions, marketing are boosting rates to double the national average, researchers say
October 15, 2009:
Smog Tougher on the Obese
Study finds sharp hikes in blood pressure when overweight, air pollution combine
October 06, 2009:
Plastics Chemical Tied to Aggression in Young Girls
BPA has been linked to other dangers, but behavioral effects remain unclear
September 15, 2009:
Pesticides Linked to Parkinson's
Occupational exposure may trigger the neurodegenerative disease, study finds
September 08, 2009:
Long-Term Lead Exposure Linked to Heart Deaths
Current OSHA guidelines are probably inadequate, researchers say
August 24, 2009:
Blood Mercury Levels Rising Among U.S. Women
Study uncovers big jump between 1999-2006, especially among older females
August 17, 2009:
Toxins May Form When Skin, Indoor Ozone Meet
Some of these chemicals are benign, others might pose dangers, experts say
May 14, 2009:
Global Warming Biggest Health Threat of 21st Century, Experts Say
Public health officials call on their own to tackle issue
April 23, 2009:
Agent Orange Exposure Tied to Prostate Cancer Return
Study finds vets at higher risk of aggressive recurrence only 8 months after surgery
April 17, 2009:
Secondhand Smoke Quickly Affects Blood Vessels
As little as 10 minutes of exposure changes cardiovascular function, researchers say
April 09, 2009:
Air Pollution Exposure May Slow Fetal Growth
Study suggests that toxins alter cell activity and cut oxygen to baby
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