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‘Forever chemicals’ affect developing male brains
‘Forever chemicals’ affect developing male brains Research conducted by the Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience at the University of Rochester found that early life exposure to PFHxA, a type of “forever chemical,” may increase anxiety-related behaviors and memory deficits in male mice. The study suggests that males are more vulnerable to environmental insults during neurodevelopment, […]
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What you should know about artificial food dye concerns
What you should know about artificial food dye concerns Artificial food dyes have been used for over 150 years to color foods, but recent concerns have led to a shift towards natural coloring. Kraft Heinz and General Mills are phasing out artificial dyes in their US foods, while Texas has passed a law requiring food […]
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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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There’s a link between infant mortality and lead in the air
There’s a link between infant mortality and lead in the air Infant mortality is tied to the concentration of lead in the air, according to a new study. Concentrations of lead in the air remain substantial in developed and developing countries, largely the result of industrial emissions. Even with the decline in lead in gasoline, […]
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