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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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1751. March 13, 2018 | Consumer Reports
Study links lead exposure to heart disease deaths
Even low-levels of lead exposure are a risk factor for heart disease later in life. Consumer Reports has the latest research, including tips on how to protect yourself. 1752. March 9, 2018 | Reuters
Toxic particle linked to diesel kills 6,000 a year in Germany
Some 6,000 early deaths linked to nitrogen oxides are recorded each year in Germany, the Federal Environmental Agency said on Thursday, providing more evidence of the health hazards posed by the toxic particles mostly produced by diesel engines. 1753. March 9, 2018 | Environmental Health News
Scientists call BPA exposure 'presumed health hazard' for hyperactivity
A review of more than 30 scientific studies concludes early life exposure to the endocrine disrupting chemical BPA leaves children more susceptible to hyperactivity later in life. 1754. March 8, 2018 | Environmental Health News
New science shows bee-killing pesticides are unnecessary on most farms
A review of more than 30 scientific studies concludes early life exposure to the endocrine disrupting chemical BPA leaves children more susceptible to hyperactivity later in life. 1755. March 7, 2018 | Health and Environment Alliance
Early life exposure to bisphenol A linked to the development of hyperactivity
New study findings confirm bisphenol A effect on brain development and highlight urgency to accelerate drastic reduction of human exposure to known endocrine disruptor. 1756. March 6, 2018 | CBC News, Canada
World's largest deposit of mercury is in permafrost, study suggests
Mercury toxicity can cause neurological problems such as motor impairments or birth defects if it enters the food chain. 1757. March 5, 2018 | Reuters
Cleaning products tied to faster lung function decline in women
Women with regular exposure to cleaning products may face a steeper decline in lung function over time, according to an international study. 1758. March 5, 2018 | Environmental Health News
Commentary: FDA statement on BPA’s safety is premature
Last week, the National Toxicology Program (NTP) released part of a multi-year study designed to resolve debate over the safety of BPA. 1759. March 5, 2018 | The Star
Scientists discourage pesticides in fighting armyworm
Researchers are now discouraging farmers from using synthetic pesticides to control the fall armyworm this season. 1760. March 2, 2018 | The Guardian
Air pollution: England’s chief medical officer calls for focus on health threat
Dame Sally Davies says issue is not just environmental and calls on UK government to bring in tougher standards to tackle toxic air 1761. March 1, 2018 | Nature
EU expected to vote on pesticide ban after major scientific review
Survey of more than 1,500 studies concludes that neonicotinoids harm bees. 1762. February 27, 2018 | The Himalayan TImes
Pesticides kill
Overuse of pesticides and harmful chemicals in fruits and vegetables has caused negative impact on human health, and such unchecked practice has also led to degradation of soil fertility. 1763. February 26, 2018 | The Globe and Mail
Study disputes popular pesticides’ effectiveness
Two common farm insecticides do little to improve crop yield, task force report concludes 1764. February 26, 2018 | ABC Australia
Blood test for farmers using pesticides, chemical the key to preventing long-term health problems
It was only 10 years ago that Russell Mitchell, a farmer from Glenthompson in western Victoria, started wearing gloves when dealing with farm chemicals. 1765. February 23, 2018 | Xinhua Net
Air pollution poses major threat to children's health in Mongolia
A joint report warns of a rising financial burden for treating child diseases if no actions are taken to reduce the air pollution in Mongolia's capital Ulan Bator. 1766. February 23, 2018 | The New York Times
Kristof: What poisons are in your body?
Almost a decade ago, I was shaken by my reporting on a class of toxic chemicals called endocrine disruptors. Believe me, the scariest horror stories are found in urology journals. If you're a man, you don't wring your hands as you read; you clutch your crotch. 1767. February 22, 2018 | New Zealand Herald
Banned pesticide DDT Muster gathers pace
An initiative to rid New Zealand of banned pesticides such as DDT is gaining momentum. 1768. February 22, 2018 | The Atlantic
The air pollutants in your medicine cabinet
A new study finds that many household goods degrade air quality more than once thought. 1769. February 20, 2018 | Global News
Quebec tightens rules on pesticides
Europe has banned them outright: harmful pesticides, like atrazine that affect fish, bird and bee populations. Quebec is now tightening the rules. 1770. February 19, 2018 | The Irish Times
More than​ 70 percent of deep-sea fish have ingested plastic: Study
Irish-based researchers confirm plastic pollution is reaching deep into Atlantic Ocean 1771. February 19, 2018 | The Nation
High quality masks needed for pollution
Bangkok PM2.5 levels at less than critical levels, but staying indoors better option. HEALTH experts have warned people that they specifically need the high-quality N95-standard facemask to protect themselves from severe air pollution, while Department of Disease Control (DDC) has singled out the traffic police, motorcycle taxi riders, and road cleaners to warn them that they are among the most at-risk groups during high air-pollution periods. 1772. February 18, 2018 | Bangkok Post
Smog choking Bangkok expected to ease
The smog choking Bangkok is expected to ease this week as the weather forecast predicts rainfall for 30% of the capital over the next four days, said permanent secretary of the Natural Resources and Environment. 1773. February 16, 2018 | The Washington Post
In a surprising study, scientists say everyday chemicals now rival cars as a source of air pollution
Many kinds of consumer and industrial products are increasingly dominant sources of key emissions. 1774. February 16, 2018 | The New York Times
How we pollute the air every morning (before we hop in the car)
Consumer products like perfume, pesticides and paint can contribute as much to city air pollution as cars. 1775. February 16, 2018 | The New York Times
How we pollute the air every morning (before we hop in the car)
Consumer products like perfume, pesticides and paint can contribute as much to city air pollution as cars.
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