All articles tagged with #environmental health
Originally Published 14 days ago — by The Independent
A study suggests microplastics may contribute to heart disease, with male mice showing increased artery plaque buildup, indicating potential sex-specific vulnerability and raising concerns about microplastics' health impacts on humans.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by The Washington Post
A new study reveals that most seafood consumed in the U.S. is imported and may contain higher levels of 'forever chemicals' (PFAS), raising concerns about increased exposure to these persistent pollutants.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AOL.com
A recent study links exposure to trichloroethylene (TCE), a common industrial chemical, with a small but measurable increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, especially for those living near TCE-emitting facilities, highlighting concerns about environmental neurotoxins and their long-term health impacts.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
New research links long-term exposure to sulfur dioxide from fossil fuel combustion to an increased risk of developing ALS, highlighting the potential health impacts of air pollution from mining and energy production, though causation has not been established.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Yahoo
A recent study links exposure to trichloroethylene (TCE), a common industrial chemical, with a small but measurable increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, especially for those living near TCE-emitting facilities, highlighting environmental factors in neurodegenerative disease risk.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Live Science
Recent studies reveal a significant link between air pollution and the triggering or worsening of psoriasis, an autoimmune skin condition, with pollutants like PM2.5 and PAHs contributing to inflammation and immune activation. Individuals in polluted environments, such as those near sugarcane burning or factories, are at increased risk, highlighting the need for regulatory action and personal protective measures.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Earth.com
A study reveals that many reusable menstrual products contain toxic PFAS chemicals, which are linked to health risks and environmental contamination, but some products can be manufactured without these chemicals, highlighting the importance of informed consumer choices and better manufacturing practices.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by PsyPost
A study links parental occupational exposure to chemicals like plastics, ethylene oxide, phenols, and pharmaceuticals with increased severity of autism symptoms and developmental challenges in children, highlighting the importance of workplace safety for future generations.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BioMed Central
A comprehensive review using the Navigation Guide methodology indicates that prenatal acetaminophen use is likely associated with an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD and ASD in children, supported by consistent findings across multiple high-quality studies, though some sibling-controlled studies show null results possibly due to methodological limitations. Caution is advised for pregnant women regarding acetaminophen consumption to protect fetal neurodevelopment.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Verge
Microplastics have been found in the air around Geneva during plastic treaty negotiations, highlighting the widespread nature of plastic pollution. Greenpeace's testing revealed microplastics in urban air, emphasizing the need for a global plastics treaty focused on limiting production rather than just recycling, to effectively address plastic pollution and its health impacts.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Military.com
A study links exposure to PFAS 'forever chemicals' with a 31% increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, highlighting potential health risks for populations exposed through contaminated water, food, and military sites, and emphasizing the need for reduced exposure and further research.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Yahoo Home
A study confirms that residents near Coldwater Creek in Missouri, contaminated with WWII-era nuclear waste, have a higher risk of cancer, especially those who lived closer to the creek during the 1940s-1960s, highlighting ongoing environmental health concerns and the need for remediation.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
Research from the University of Cambridge shows that certain gut microbes can absorb and help expel 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) from the body, potentially leading to probiotic treatments to reduce these toxic compounds, which are linked to serious health issues. The microbes removed up to 75% of some PFAS in mice, offering a promising, side-effect-free approach to detoxification, though broader environmental and health strategies are still necessary.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by BBC
Scientists have discovered that certain gut bacteria can absorb and store PFAS chemicals, potentially leading to probiotic treatments to reduce their harmful effects, addressing concerns over these persistent 'forever chemicals' found in everyday products.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by University of Cambridge
Scientists at the University of Cambridge have discovered that certain gut bacteria can absorb and help remove harmful PFAS chemicals from the body, potentially leading to probiotic treatments to mitigate their health effects, although this has not yet been tested in humans.