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Chemicals in flame retardant gear could put firefighters at risk
Chemicals in flame retardant gear could put firefighters at risk Firefighters’ protective gear may contain harmful chemicals that could put their health at risk. A new study found that some flame retardant gear contains brominated flame retardants (BFRs), which have been linked to thyroid problems and other health issues. The study tested gear made between […]
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Detroit is the most challenging place in the country for people with asthma − here’s how to help kids in the Motor City breathe easier
Detroit is the most challenging place in the country for people with asthma − here’s how to help kids in the Motor City breathe easier Detroit has the highest asthma hospitalization rate among children under 17 in Michigan, with nearly three times more cases than other kids in the state. Asthma deaths among Detroit kids […]
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Expert: Your humidifier could do more harm than good
Expert: Your humidifier could do more harm than good An environmental engineering expert warns that improper use of humidifiers could do more harm than good. With allergy season here and this year’s flu season being the worst in more than a decade, those experiencing symptoms are looking for relief. Many turn to humidifiers to manage […]
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