Tag: Environment
AHA: Rising Outdoor Temperatures Tied to Higher Risk for Atrial Fibrillation
Doubling to tripling of odds seen when temperatures reach extreme heat levels
EPA Finalizes Tough New Standards on Lead Paint Dust
By Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
THURSDAY, Oct. 24, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- In a move that further toughens safety standards for lead paint dust, the...
Urban Green Space May Protect Against Heat-Related Health Risks
Additional benefit seen for mental health and well-being
Radon Exposure Tied to Higher Risk for Childhood Leukemia
Findings seen even for exposure below the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency guidelines
EPA Finalizes Rule to Require Removal of Lead Pipes in U.S. Water System
By Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
TUESDAY, Oct. 8, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday finalized a rule that will require...
Indoor Allergens Worsen Respiratory Infections in Children With Asthma
Findings seen for cockroach and mouse allergens
Residing in Low-Income, Low Food-Access Neighborhoods Tied to Higher Child BMI
Residence during pregnancy and early childhood associated with body mass index measured through 15 years
Air Pollution Exposure Increases Risk for Parkinson Disease
Among those with Parkinson disease, air pollution tied to higher risk for developing akinetic rigid disease and dyskinesia
World Trade Center Exposure Linked to Increased DNA Methylation
WTC-exposed women more often had hypermethylated cytosine-phosphate-guanine probe sites
Asthma Inhalers Tied to Large Greenhouse Gas Emissions Production
Metered-dose inhalers were responsible for nearly all inhaler-related emissions
