Recalls and Safety Issues

Residents Blame Health Problems on Nearby Asarco Plant, Landfill.

admin — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 12:04:06 +0000

Could pollution be the cause of health problems in Sunland Park? Many residents suspect that it is. They consider the Asarco smelter in El Paso and the Camino Real landfill in Sunland Park to be the major sources of contamination in their community.

Mother’s Weight Before And During Pregnancy Linked to Daughter’s Obesity Risk

admin — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 03:03:16 +0000

A mother’s weight and the amount she gains during pregnancy both impact her daughter’s risk of obesity decades later, according to a new study by Alison Stuebe, M.D., assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine.
“The findings are especially important because of the growing epidemic [...]

Lyme Disease And Tick Population Set to Explode in Northeast After Prolonged Rains

admin — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 02:59:19 +0000

UMDNJ.edu – The persistent cool and damp weather in the Northeast this spring put many outdoor activities on hold. With the weather finally improving, many people will head outdoors, and when they do, they are likely to find a perennial pest has been lurking, ready to latch onto the next warm-blooded body that comes by. [...]

Aging Well Starts in Womb, As Mom’s Choices Affect Whole Life.

admin — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:43:12 +0000

Research into the "developmental origins of adult disease" suggests that a mom’s healthy living may help her child avoid problems such as cancer, heart disease, depression and diabetes not just in childhood, but 50 years from now.

Concerns Over Bisphenol a Continue to Grow.

admin — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:43:12 +0000

New animal studies link the chemical bisphenol A, which leaches from such polycarbonate plastics and food can linings, with heart arrhythmias in females and permanent damage to a gene important for reproduction. The results suggest that even adult exposures may cause harm.

The Environmental Toll of Plastics.

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:47:30 +0000

From cell phones and computers to bicycle helmets and IV bags, plastic has molded society in many ways that make life both easier and safer. But it also has left harmful imprints on the environment and perhaps human health, according to a new compilation of articles by scientists from around the world.

Tips for Preventing Summer Injuries

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:00:26 +0000

Summer’s brutal heat brings with it the dangers of skin-scorching sunburn, heartbreaking accidents and deadly dehydration. Summer is also the time when travel season peaks, as people journey to various locations for rest and relaxation, to enjoy water activities and take a “time out.” Healthcare specialists from The University of Texas Health Science Center at [...]

Barbecue Tips – How to Grill with Less Cancer Risk

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:54:50 +0000

Nutrition experts at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center offer advice this week on how to barbecue the healthy way.
M. D. Anderson dietitian, Vicki Piper, R.D., L.D., encourages cookout fans to grill plenty of fruits and vegetables, and less meat. Diets high in plant foods can lower your chances of developing several [...]

Money Comes First, Health Second.

admin — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:32:08 +0000

Desperate to find gold and a way out of poverty, Esther Nyarambi and her fellow illegal miners are not bothered by the potential health risks posed by mercury. According to UNEP, small-scale gold mining and panning is the second highest source of mercury environmental pollution globally.

Money Comes First, Health Second.

admin — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:32:07 +0000