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