January 16, 2012: Children's Drowning Injuries, Deaths Decline: Study
Youngest children at risk in bathtubs, older boys at most risk from swimming

August 23, 2011: Health Tip: Protect Kids With Life Jackets
Make sure they're UL-approved

August 15, 2011: Radiation From Japan Reached California Coast in Just Days
Level apparently harmless, but study provides insight into pollution's travel

May 12, 2011: High Methane Levels in Water Wells Near Gas-Drilling Sites
But study saw no evidence of contamination from chemicals used to extract natural gas

May 06, 2011: Moderate Levels of Arsenic in Water Can Pose Health Threat
Study in Bangladesh finds it may raise the risk of heart disease

April 06, 2011: Toll of Deepwater Oil Spill on Human Health Still Unknown
Review notes late start on national study means data on initial exposure missing

January 07, 2011: U.S. Officials Recommend Reduced Fluoride Levels in Water
Goal is to prevent kids from getting too much, developing spotted teeth, experts say

September 07, 2010: Chemicals in Rugs, Cookware May Be Linked to Raised Cholesterol in Teens
Long-term effect of exposure to PFOAs, PFOS compounds still unknown, researchers say

August 20, 2010: Poultry Litter Leaches Arsenic Into Streams, Rivers: Scientists
Researchers say more careful farm management would cut down on contamination

July 24, 2010: Each Summer, Falls Top the List of Ways Kids Get Hurt
Injuries are often 'predictable and preventable,' expert says

June 25, 2010: Outdated Meds Pose Problems If Kept or Tossed
Health, environmental experts suggest safe disposal methods

June 19, 2010: Bump in Head Injury Numbers Linked to Summer Play
Bikes, pools, ball games main reasons for spike between 2008 and 2009, analysis finds

May 31, 2010: Health Tip: Set Rules at the Pool
To help keep kids safe

February 26, 2010: Predicted 'Red Tide' Could Make Shellfish a Dangerous Dish
Toxins produced by algae collect in mussels, clams and can cause paralysis, scientists say

November 09, 2009: Hot-Tub Injuries on the Rise
One-quarter of those hurt are under 16, researchers say

June 14, 2009: Keep Safety in Mind While Cooling Off in the Water
Youngsters need extra vigilance near pools, beaches and hot tubs, experts warn

June 07, 2009: Summer Fun Need Not Be Hazardous
Parents can do a lot to keep kids safe, experts say

May 29, 2009: Families Urged to Have Wells Tested Yearly
Young kids are especially vulnerable to contamination, experts say

April 27, 2009: Well Water Might Raise Bladder Cancer Risk
Study cites sun and smoke as other factors linked to the disease

March 25, 2009: U.S. Urged to Start 'Fixing the Problem' of Food Safety
Creation of a separate federal agency is needed, new report says

March 23, 2009: Improved Fungicides May Be Easier on Environment
Products in development expand on plants' natural defenses, researchers explain

March 02, 2009: Swimming Lessons Don't Increase Drowning Risk, Study Says
But experts warn parents that instruction alone is no guarantee

November 03, 2008: Rainy Areas in U.S. Show Higher Autism Rates
Researchers note that environmental toxins might trigger genetic vulnerability

August 20, 2008: Health Tip: Prevent Bath Time Injuries
Keep baby safe

August 18, 2008: Epilepsy Raises Drowning Risk
Seizures could boost the danger in tubs, pools, experts say

August 02, 2008: Orthopedic Surgeons Weigh in on Pool Safety
Fractures, sprains and strains result from ignoring common-sense precautions, group says

July 23, 2008: Health Tip: Bottled or Tap?
Common pollutants are riskier for some

May 26, 2008: Health Tip: Water Safety
Suggestions to keep you safe

April 24, 2008: Local Health Officials Recognize Threat of Global Warming
But survey finds many aren't prepared to tackle the problem in coming decades