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101. October 25, 2024 | Environmental Health News
States push for more bans on PFAS chemicals in consumer goods
At least 11 states have passed new laws this year restricting the use of PFAS, chemicals linked to cancer and immune damage, in everyday products like cosmetics, cookware and firefighting foam. 102. October 18, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Phthalate chemicals found in popular ghees
New testing finds traces of the toxics in all seven ghees tested. 103. October 16, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Food packaging exposes humans to thousands of harmful chemicals
A recent study found that thousands of food contact chemicals from packaging materials have entered the human body, raising concerns about their health impacts, including cancer and genetic mutations. 104. October 15, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Global diabetes rates have doubled in 30 years, especially in developing nations
Diabetes has affected 800 million people globally, doubling over three decades, with the largest increases seen in low- and middle-income countries where access to treatment remains challenging. 105. October 14, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Diesel pollution may increase fat cells and contribute to metabolic diseases
A BYU study found that diesel exhaust exposure in mice led to fat cell growth and insulin resistance, suggesting pollution plays a role in weight gain and metabolic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. 106. October 10, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Arctic animals show rising levels of toxic PFAS chemicals
Despite global efforts to limit PFAS use, levels of these toxic chemicals continue to rise in Arctic wildlife, particularly polar bears and seals, according to new research. 107. October 10, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Pesticides found in roughly 43% of Wisconsin's private wells
Around 43% of Wisconsin’s private wells contain pesticides, with many chemicals lacking groundwater safety standards. 108. October 10, 2024 | International Journal of Molecular Sciences
4G wireless radiation may impact thyroid function, study calls for more research
Exposure to radiofrequency (RF) radiation emitted by 4G LTE wireless networks impacted thyroid function in mice, according to a recent study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 109. October 9, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Seabirds carry toxic chemicals from polluted waters into the Arctic
Seabirds migrating from southern latitudes are bringing toxic chemicals into the Arctic, carrying PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in their bodies that contaminate the region’s ecosystem. 110. October 9, 2024 | The Guardian
UK may reverse pledge on bee-harming pesticide after industry pressure
UK ministers are considering allowing the use of a pesticide known to harm bees despite a recent pledge to ban it, sparking calls for the government to uphold its promises. 111. October 9, 2024 | Environmental Health News
PFAS chemicals in prenatal exposure linked to obesity risk in 10-year-olds
A new study suggests prenatal exposure to "forever chemicals" like PFAS may increase the risk of obesity in 10-year-olds, especially among girls. 112. October 4, 2024 | Environmental Research
PFAS may impact immune response to vaccines, studies suggest
A recent study published in Environmental Research found that adults with higher exposure to PFAS developed fewer antibodies after receiving their third COVID-19 booster. 113. October 4, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Industrial pollution worsens maternal health crisis in Gary, Indiana
In Gary, Indiana, environmental pollution compounds severe maternal health risks for Black mothers, exacerbating already high rates of asthma and maternal mortality. 114. October 3, 2024 | The New Yoork Times
More young women are getting breast cancer, study finds
Breast cancer is becoming more common among women under 50, with the steepest rise in their 20s, according to a new American Cancer Society report. 115. October 3, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Toxic chemicals in airplane air pose a health risk to passengers and crew
Since the 1950s, fume events on airplanes have exposed passengers, pilots and crew to toxic chemicals in the cabin air, leading to health risks and safety concerns. 116. October 1, 2024 | The Atlantic
Airborne plastic chemicals are polluting our homes and bodies
Toxic chemicals from plastics are infiltrating the air we breathe at levels far higher than previously thought, posing serious health risks to humans. 117. October 1, 2024 | The Independent
Plastics in our bodies are fueling a global health crisis
Doctors are sounding alarms about plastic pollution's serious health consequences, urging the United Nations to prioritize evidence-based solutions in upcoming global treaty talks. 118. October 1, 2024 | The Guardian
Thousands of toxic chemicals in food packaging may pose significant health risks
New research finds that thousands of chemicals, including known toxics like PFAS and bisphenol, are leaching from food packaging into humans, raising concerns over regulatory oversight. 119. September 28, 2024 | The Lancet
Microplastic exposure linked to reduced sperm quality in humans
Exposure to microplastics is associated with a decrease in sperm concentration, motility, and shape, according to a new study published in The Lancet. 120. September 27, 2024 | Environment International
High levels of endocrine disrupting chemicals found in breast milk across China
A recent study published in Environment International examined concentrations of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in the breast milk of new moms from 20 Chinese cities. 121. September 24, 2024 | The Associated Press
Severe obesity continues to rise, especially among women
Severe obesity rates have increased in the U.S., even as the overall obesity rate remains high but stable, according to new CDC data. 122. September 24, 2024 | U.S. News
Nearly 200 compounds linked to breast cancer found in food packaging, tableware: Study
The new research comes as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration re-evaluates management of potentially harmful chemicals in food additives and packaging. 123. September 17, 2024 | The Washington Post
New study shows the hidden health risks of food packaging chemicals
A new study has shown that thousands of chemicals from food packaging, including known endocrine disruptors and carcinogens, are making their way into human bodies through everyday food contact. 124. September 17, 2024 | Nature
Food packaging may expose humans to more than 3,500 chemicals
Of the 14,402 chemicals known to be used in food contact materials, about 25% (3,601 chemicals) have been found in the human body. 125. September 11, 2024 | European Journal of Clinical Nutrition
Organic foods may help lower the risk of metabolic diseases like obesity and diabetes
A new review published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition examines the health benefits of a diet rich in organically grown food compared to conventionally farmed products.
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