‘Eco-Friendly’ Paper Straws Contain Harmful PFAS Chemicals
FRIDAY, Aug. 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Paper straws, meant to be an eco-friendly alternative to plastic, may not be better for the environment, a new study concludes, warning that they also contain “forever chemicals” that can harm human health.“St…
Learn MoreCanadian Wildfire Smoke Caused Spikes in Asthma-Related ER Visits Across the U.S.
FRIDAY, Aug. 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Smoke from Canadian wildfires sent high numbers of people suffering from asthma attacks to America’s emergency rooms this spring and summer, according to two new reports. From April 30 to August 4, 2023, smoke…
Learn MoreEl cambio climático estresa a los jóvenes, pero inspira a algunos a la acción
MIÉRCOLES, 23 de agosto de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Los jóvenes tienen unos niveles altos de angustia emocional por el cambio climático, y un nuevo estudio plantea que su angustia podría ser clave para combatirlo. “La crisis climática afecta a las per…
Learn MoreOtra fuente de exposición al plomo en los niños: el humo de segunda mano
MIÉRCOLES, 23 de agosto de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Una fuente de exposición al plomo en los niños tal vez resulte sorpresiva. Se trata del humo de segunda mano, según un estudio de la Universidad de Texas A&M.”Es probable que investigaciones posterio…
Learn MoreExtreme Heat Taxes the Brain, and Some Face Higher Risks
THURSDAY, Aug. 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) — With 2023 predicted to be the hottest year on record, a new study is pointing to another potential consequence of heat waves: faster declines in older adults’ memory and thinking skills.The study, of nearly …
Learn MoreClimate Change Is Stressing Out the Young, But Inspiring Some to Action
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Young people have high levels of distress about climate change, and a new study argues that their anguish could be key to fighting it.“People of all ages are being affected by the climate crisis. Young peop…
Learn MoreClimate Change Is Stressing Out the Young, But Inspiring Some to Action
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Young people have high levels of distress about climate change, and a new study argues that their anguish could be key to fighting it.“People of all ages are being affected by the climate crisis. Young peop…
Learn MoreSpace Travel Takes Toll on Astronauts’ Blood, Bone
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) — When astronauts travel to space, the experience depletes their red blood cells and bone, according to a new study. Fortunately, it appears their bodies can eventually replenish them after they’ve returned t…
Learn MoreAnother Source of Lead Exposure for Kids: Secondhand Smoke
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) — One source of lead exposure in children may surprise you.It’s secondhand smoke, according to a Texas A&M University study.“Further research will likely paint a clearer picture of this exposure route, especi…
Learn MoreUn nuevo estudio vincula a la fracturación hidráulica con el linfoma y el asma
MIÉRCOLES, 16 de agosto de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Una investigación sobre un posible vínculo entre unos problemas de salud de la niñez y los pozos de gas natural en la parte occidental de Pensilvania arroja al final algunas respuestas. Los niños que…
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