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24 - 26th June 2013
The International Workshop to Strengthen Capacities for Sound Chemicals Management in South-East Asia Region
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76. November 15, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Early BPA exposure linked to increased risk of chronic health issues
A recent study suggests that even low-level exposure to bisphenol A during childhood may raise the risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity and other health conditions later in life. 77. November 15, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Hidden dangers of black plastic utensils reveal a broken recycling system
The black plastic spatulas and trays in our kitchens might be introducing toxic chemicals into our food, according to a new study linking black plastic recycling to dangerous flame retardants banned years ago. 78. November 15, 2024 | EURO News
Residents in rural France link child cancer to pesticide exposure
A French community has attributed an increase in child cancer cases to pesticide exposure and is urging both national and EU authorities to strengthen pesticide regulations. 79. November 14, 2024 | Science News
Pesticide use linked to increased prostate cancer risk
A study finds 22 pesticides associated with prostate cancer risk in the U.S., with four also tied to higher death rates. 80. November 13, 2024 | Al Jazeera
Smog in Lahore forces widespread closures as air quality hits hazardous levels
Smog levels in Lahore and other cities in Punjab province have forced the closure of public spaces and schools, as air pollution reaches dangerous highs, straining hospitals with patients suffering respiratory issues. 81. November 13, 2024 | The Hill
Pregnancy, personal care products & PFAS Credit: Erstudiostok/BigStock photo ID: 151592336 Home/Children’s Health/children’s health Personal care products may raise PFAS exposure during pregnancy
Certain beauty products used during pregnancy and lactation could elevate levels of “forever chemicals” in the body, which are linked to serious health risks, a new study suggests. 82. November 13, 2024 | The Independent
India’s air pollution linked to 3.8 million deaths in a decade
Air pollution in India led to 3.8 million deaths between 2009 and 2019, a study finds, with current guidelines failing to protect public health. 83. November 12, 2024 | BBC
Air pollution exposure during pregnancy linked to autism risk
Exposure to air pollution during pregnancy may raise a child’s risk of autism by disrupting brain development, according to a new study. 84. November 12, 2024 | Environmental Health
New analysis calls for more precise research on cell phones and brain cancer
In a recent meta-analysis published in Environmental Health, researchers found a statistically significant increased risk of brain cancer in people who used cell phones for over 10 years. 85. November 11, 2024 | The New Yoork Times
Toxic costs of India’s trash-to-energy plan
Delhi’s attempt to burn massive trash heaps to generate power has led to toxic pollution near schools and homes, putting residents at risk of severe health problems like asthma and cancer. 86. November 8, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Hospitals tackle plastic waste to reduce environmental harm
U.S. hospitals generate 14,000 tons of trash daily, with a quarter made up of single-use plastics, prompting some facilities to seek ways to lessen their plastic footprint. 87. November 7, 2024 | AMA
Doctors stress microplastics’ widespread risks to human health
Microplastics are found in air, water, and food, and doctors say exposure may pose serious health risks, including respiratory and immune issues. 88. November 7, 2024 | New York Post
Lawn care chemicals linked to prostate cancer risk, new study shows
A new study links 22 pesticides, including those in popular lawn care products, to increased prostate cancer risk and mortality. 89. November 7, 2024 | The Associated Press
Lahore air pollution crisis worsens as hospitals fill and lockdown looms
Air pollution in Lahore reached unprecedented levels, pushing hospitals to capacity and leading authorities to consider a lockdown if residents don’t comply with mask mandates. 90. November 6, 2024 | Environmental Health Perspectives
Chemicals used in fracking may impact newborns’ health
A first-of-its-kind study published in Environmental Health Perspectives examines the impacts of chemicals used in fracking on pregnancy outcomes in nearby communities across the U.S. 91. November 6, 2024 | Environmental Health Perspectives
PFAS levels increase throughout pregnancy, study finds
A recent study published in Environmental Health Perspectives examines trends in PFAS exposure in pregnant Black women and their newborns in Atlanta. 92. November 5, 2024 | The Guardian
Research shows PFAS mixtures pose greater health risks than individual chemicals
Exposure to mixtures of PFAS chemicals in water and soil likely increases health risks, new research suggests, underscoring the need for regulatory change. 93. November 5, 2024 | The Guardian
Study links PFAS exposure in young adults to decreased kidney health
A new study finds that PFAS chemicals in young adults may harm gut bacteria, leading to reduced kidney function and possibly increasing long-term kidney disease risk. 94. November 4, 2024 | The Hill
Lead exposure still stunts cognitive development in children worldwide
Despite decades of regulation, low-level lead exposure continues to harm children’s cognitive abilities globally and is linked to millions of cardiovascular-related deaths each year. 95. November 2, 2024 | The Guardian
Toxic PFAS in menstrual pads harm reproductive health, advocates says
A new lawsuit in California accuses Carefree menstrual pads of containing toxic PFAS chemicals, potentially putting users at risk of serious reproductive health issues. 96. November 1, 2024 | Environmental Health News
EPA dismissed data on the neurotoxicity of common insecticides
A recent paper in Frontiers in Toxicology examined research submitted by industry to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on the neurotoxicity of neonicotinoids - the most widely used class of insecticides in the U.S. and worldwide - and found that the data was evaluated improperly by the agency. 97. November 1, 2024 | Environmental Health News
Radiation from wireless devices may affect attention, study finds
According to a study published in Cell & Bioscience, exposure to radiofrequency (RF) radiation negatively impacts attention in mice. 98. November 1, 2024 | ABC News
Australian neurologists push for paraquat ban over Parkinson's concerns
Leading Australian neurologists have urged regulators to ban the herbicide paraquat, citing evidence of a link to Parkinson's disease, as grain growers contend a ban could disrupt sustainable farming. 99. November 1, 2024 | The Conversation
Pesticide regulations ignore critical threats to insect health and ecosystems
In a study revealing regulatory gaps, researchers found that pesticides impact insect behavior and survival at non-lethal doses, especially in warmer temperatures, calling into question the effectiveness of current pesticide safety protocols. 100. October 31, 2024 | EURO News
Banned chemicals found in cosmetics across Europe, investigation finds
A recent European Chemicals Agency investigation revealed that 6% of cosmetics tested across 13 European countries contained hazardous chemicals prohibited by EU regulations.
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