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Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Will AI Help or Hurt Environmental Health Efforts? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

AI presents opportunities and challenges in environmental health research, including issues of equity and data analysis. [ more ]
WIRED
1 month ago
OMG science

How Not to Get Brain-Eating Worms and Mercury Poisoning

Most of us have trace amounts of methylmercury in our bodies from the environment, commonly through consuming fish, with low levels not usually causing health issues. [ more ]
News
1 month ago
Boston

Lack of safe hair products for Black women in Boston highlighted at art show

An art show in Roslindale explores barriers to safe hair products for Black women in Boston. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Hackney Wick parents raise safety fears after 'very pungent' smell detected near school

An investigation is launched into a chemical smell near a school, raising concerns about children's safety. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
2 months ago
Brooklyn

BQE Environmental Justice Coalition launches, demands 'corridor-wide' BQE rethinking

Community organizations and officials launch Brooklyn-Queens Expressway Environmental Justice Coalition in Sunset Park.
Demand for state and federal involvement in addressing environmental and health crises caused by the BQE, affecting communities from Sunset Park to Astoria. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
2 months ago
Health

The planet's vital signs are alarming

The planet's vital signs are alarming, with record-breaking temperatures, deforestation, and water contamination.
Human health is intricately linked to the health of the planet, leading to a triple crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. [ more ]
Mail Online
3 months ago
Public health

Plant more trees to improve the nation's health

Planting trees near homes and schools can reduce NHS burden.
GPs seek to prioritize environment for public health benefits. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
EU data protection

EU cuts toxic air limits but still falls short of WHO guidelines

New EU air pollution rules set stricter limits but fall short of WHO recommendations
Law includes loopholes allowing member states to delay meeting targets [ more ]
New York Post
6 months ago
Health

Hair products, styling tools can pose significant health risks, experts warn

Cyclic volatile methyl siloxanes (cVMS) found in hair products may have negative long-term impacts on personal and environmental health when heated by hair tools.
Emissions of cVMS and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from hair products can potentially impact outdoor atmospheric chemistry.
Using an exhaust fan can help clear the air, but may affect outdoor air quality in densely populated areas. [ more ]
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