'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.
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.
Makeup, floss and hair dye use in pregnancy leads to more PFAS in breast milk study
Increased personal care product usage among pregnant or nursing women raises toxic PFAS levels in blood and breast milk, posing serious health risks to children.
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.
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.
Makeup, floss and hair dye use in pregnancy leads to more PFAS in breast milk study
Increased personal care product usage among pregnant or nursing women raises toxic PFAS levels in blood and breast milk, posing serious health risks to children.
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.
What consumers should know about lead-tainted cinnamon products
Spices evoke comfort and cultural ties, but recent findings show significant lead contamination in cinnamon, causing public concern over food safety.
Another batch of raw milk from a trendy California brand just tested positive for bird flu
Raw milk from California brand Raw Farm has tested positive for bird flu, raising health concerns despite reassurances from the farm.
Imported foods found with residues of 48 pesticides not approved for UK use
Imported food poses a greater health risk due to higher levels of unapproved pesticide residues compared to UK-grown produce.
Is Raw Milk Safe? Here's What to Know
Raw milk consumption poses serious health risks due to potential pathogen transmission, particularly to vulnerable populations like children.
Here's the disturbing reason you should never reuse plastic containers
Re-using store-bought plastic bottles and containers can release harmful nanoplastics and toxic chemicals into food and liquids, posing serious health risks.
Why Are You Still Cooking With That?
Concern over harmful substances in kitchen utensils raises questions about their safety during food preparation.
What consumers should know about lead-tainted cinnamon products
Spices evoke comfort and cultural ties, but recent findings show significant lead contamination in cinnamon, causing public concern over food safety.
Another batch of raw milk from a trendy California brand just tested positive for bird flu
Raw milk from California brand Raw Farm has tested positive for bird flu, raising health concerns despite reassurances from the farm.
Imported foods found with residues of 48 pesticides not approved for UK use
Imported food poses a greater health risk due to higher levels of unapproved pesticide residues compared to UK-grown produce.
Is Raw Milk Safe? Here's What to Know
Raw milk consumption poses serious health risks due to potential pathogen transmission, particularly to vulnerable populations like children.
Here's the disturbing reason you should never reuse plastic containers
Re-using store-bought plastic bottles and containers can release harmful nanoplastics and toxic chemicals into food and liquids, posing serious health risks.
Why Are You Still Cooking With That?
Concern over harmful substances in kitchen utensils raises questions about their safety during food preparation.
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.
Winter exacerbates the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, leaving displaced families vulnerable, impoverished, and struggling to survive harsh conditions.
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.
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.
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.
Extreme weather events challenge gig couriers by increasing demand but also health risks, leading to marginal income increases.
Laughing gas: How dangerous is the "balloon drug"? DW 11/26/2024
Nitrous oxide, once considered safe by teens, is now recognized as dangerous, prompting regulations in various countries.
Expert guide to stopping damp and mould in your home this winter
Mould and dampness in homes pose significant health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations, making better indoor climate management essential.
Cancer patient and pregnant mum among those stuck in mouldy Catford office block
Temporary accommodation in Lewisham is failing families, plagued by severe damp, faulty facilities, and health risks, raising serious concerns for residents.
Raw milk push unites the right and "healthfluencers"
Raw milk consumption poses serious health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations, according to health authorities.
You're probably taking too much melatonin-and using it too often
Melatonin supplements, while popular, may not be as effective for sleep disturbances as many believe, and their safety is not guaranteed due to lack of regulation.
Safety warning after carbon monoxide emergency calls rise 37% in a year in London
There has been a 37% increase in carbon monoxide calls in London, linked to insufficient boiler servicing, posing significant health risks.
Greenville Community Battles Gas Station Construction by School
Residents oppose a gas station near a middle school, citing health risks and disregard for community concerns.
6 tourists died in Laos after apparently drinking methanol. What is it and why was it in drinks?
Methanol poisoning poses significant risks, particularly associated with tainted alcohol, leading to severe health issues or death.