Thailand bans imports of plastic waste to curb toxic pollution
Thailand's plastic waste import ban aims to protect human health and the environment amid global concerns over plastic pollution.
What We Know About HMPV, the Virus Spreading in China
The recent surge in HMPV cases in China is alarming but far less concerning than the Covid-19 pandemic risk.
In Africa, Danger Slithers Through Homes and Fields
Human-animal conflict due to environmental changes leads to increased snakebite incidents and severe health consequences, including amputation and death.
'Forever chemicals' are hard to break down, but light works
PFAS compounds are persistent environmental contaminants that pose serious health risks, necessitating innovative degradation methods to effectively address their impact.
Are PFAS in everything? What you need to know about forever chemicals'
PFAS, known as forever chemicals, pose long-term health risks because they persist in the environment for hundreds of years without breaking down.
Your fancy smartwatch band is full of toxic forever chemicals
Smartwatch bands made from fluorinated synthetic rubber expose users to harmful PFAS, especially more expensive models.
Research Shows Light Can Break Down "Forever Chemicals" - But Will It Scale?
PFAS are known as forever chemicals due to their extreme environmental persistence and potential health impacts.
A new chemical system has been developed that uses light to break down PFAS, overcoming traditional degradation challenges.
Starting January 1, New York will ban PFAS in clothing. Here's what you need to know
PFAS will be banned in apparel in New York by 2025 due to health risks and environmental concerns.
Popular sports jackets may be teeming with toxic 'forever chemicals'
Waterproof jackets may contain harmful 'forever chemicals', posing health risks despite claims of being PFAS-free.
Recent tests revealed toxic PFAS chemicals in Arc'teryx jackets, raising concerns about consumer safety.
'Forever chemicals' are hard to break down, but light works
PFAS compounds are persistent environmental contaminants that pose serious health risks, necessitating innovative degradation methods to effectively address their impact.
Are PFAS in everything? What you need to know about forever chemicals'
PFAS, known as forever chemicals, pose long-term health risks because they persist in the environment for hundreds of years without breaking down.
Your fancy smartwatch band is full of toxic forever chemicals
Smartwatch bands made from fluorinated synthetic rubber expose users to harmful PFAS, especially more expensive models.
Research Shows Light Can Break Down "Forever Chemicals" - But Will It Scale?
PFAS are known as forever chemicals due to their extreme environmental persistence and potential health impacts.
A new chemical system has been developed that uses light to break down PFAS, overcoming traditional degradation challenges.
Starting January 1, New York will ban PFAS in clothing. Here's what you need to know
PFAS will be banned in apparel in New York by 2025 due to health risks and environmental concerns.
Popular sports jackets may be teeming with toxic 'forever chemicals'
Waterproof jackets may contain harmful 'forever chemicals', posing health risks despite claims of being PFAS-free.
Recent tests revealed toxic PFAS chemicals in Arc'teryx jackets, raising concerns about consumer safety.
Florida is about to build the nation's largest trash incinerator-but no one can agree on where to put it
Community protests against proposed trash incinerator reflect fears of property value loss, health risks, and environmental injustice in diverse neighborhoods.
Babies are particularly vulnerable to hypothermia in cold conditions, especially in crisis zones like Gaza.
Hunger and cold contribute significantly to infant mortality during conflicts.
What Happens to Your Body When You Sit for 8 Hours a Day
Extended sitting has serious negative consequences on mental and physical health.
The Coldest January In 13 Years Is Bringing 'Bitterly Cold' Temps To NYC
Expect extremely cold temperatures in NYC as a polar vortex brings severe winter weather, signaling the coldest January in over a decade.
Gal Gadot's dangerous blood clot reveals health risk for pregnant women
Gal Gadot's pregnancy was complicated by a life-threatening blood clot in her brain, emphasizing the risks of such medical emergencies during pregnancy.
Mexico Is Getting So Hot That Even Young People Are Dropping Dead
Extreme heat poses a significant risk not only to older adults but also to younger people, challenging previous assumptions about vulnerability.
Journey to the frontiers of climate change
High temperatures significantly threaten the health of individuals and the economy in countries like Gambia and Burkina Faso due to the climate emergency.
Mexico Is Getting So Hot That Even Young People Are Dropping Dead
Extreme heat poses a significant risk not only to older adults but also to younger people, challenging previous assumptions about vulnerability.
Journey to the frontiers of climate change
High temperatures significantly threaten the health of individuals and the economy in countries like Gambia and Burkina Faso due to the climate emergency.
Winter exacerbates the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, leaving displaced families vulnerable, impoverished, and struggling to survive harsh conditions.
Video. Palestinian displaced families in central Gaza face harsh winter in their tattered tents
Palestinian families in Gaza are suffering from extreme displacement and adverse living conditions, struggling for basic warmth and health.
This festive season, Gaza is starving
Winter exacerbates the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, leaving displaced families vulnerable, impoverished, and struggling to survive harsh conditions.
Video. Palestinian displaced families in central Gaza face harsh winter in their tattered tents
Palestinian families in Gaza are suffering from extreme displacement and adverse living conditions, struggling for basic warmth and health.
As South Korea draws visitors chasing beauty, dodgy practices pose risks
Many seek cosmetic surgery in South Korea for its lower costs but may face severe complications afterward.
Woman died after 'barbaric' butt lift op - coroner
A young woman died after a poorly managed Brazilian butt lift, highlighting the risks of cosmetic surgery and inadequate medical care.
Hair Transplant in Turkey and the Law: What UK Citizens Need to Know
Hair transplants in Turkey are popular among British tourists but involve significant health risks that require careful consideration before proceeding.
As South Korea draws visitors chasing beauty, dodgy practices pose risks
Many seek cosmetic surgery in South Korea for its lower costs but may face severe complications afterward.
Woman died after 'barbaric' butt lift op - coroner
A young woman died after a poorly managed Brazilian butt lift, highlighting the risks of cosmetic surgery and inadequate medical care.
Hair Transplant in Turkey and the Law: What UK Citizens Need to Know
Hair transplants in Turkey are popular among British tourists but involve significant health risks that require careful consideration before proceeding.
There's a Scandal Growing About That Paper About How Black Spatulas Are Killing You
The panic regarding black spatulas was largely unfounded, stemming from a correctable mathematical error in reporting toxic substance levels.
Are There Any Child-Safe Energy Drinks? - Tasting Table
Energy drinks like Prime contain caffeine levels dangerous for children.
The best beverage choice for kids is water or safe alternatives.
How one New Orleans nonprofit is helping disaster areas swap out generators for cheaper, cleaner power
The reliance on fossil fuel-powered generators in disaster relief poses health and environmental risks, highlighting the necessity for sustainable energy alternatives.
Pandemic Experts Are Worried About Bird Flu - Here's Why
Farm workers are at high risk for bird flu infections, but severe illness is currently rare among them.
Bowel cancer rates are rising among younger adults globally, with a 3.6% annual increase in England, necessitating awareness of early signs.
A chemical fire outside Atlanta left residents with a slew of health issues. Now they're fighting to shut down the plant
Chemical fire in Conyers sparked community activism and raised fears over health and environmental safety, particularly among its predominantly Black population.
BU study indicates CTE risk is linked to years of hockey played, not just to being an enforcer
Longer careers in ice hockey significantly increase the risk of developing CTE, with a 34% increase in odds for every year played.
Jamie Foxx had a stroke aged 55. A doctor shares 3 ways to help prevent them, as cases rise in younger people.
Strokes are increasingly affecting younger adults, with significant health awareness needed for prevention.
A storm brings squalls to the Northeast; 2 people die from heart attacks after shoveling snow
Severe winter storms are causing significant disruptions and health risks in the northeastern U.S.
10 Fish You Could Get In Trouble For Eating - Tasting Table
Be cautious when choosing fish for your meals due to varying safety and sustainability issues.
This Carcinogen Keeps Cropping Up in Personal Care Products
Benzene contamination in personal care products has raised significant public concern despite unclear health risks from low levels of exposure.
More than 400 chemicals in plastic products linked to breast cancer study
Over 400 chemicals in plastics are linked to breast cancer risk in women.
Regulatory reform is needed to address hazardous plastic chemicals.
What to Know about Lead Contamination in Cinnamon
Spices evoke comfort but may carry health risks, notably lead contamination in cinnamon.