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#air-pollution
fromNew York Post
8 hours ago
New York City

Fetid asphalt plant near trendy NYC neighborhood blasted by locals for 'noxious' fumes seeping into homes

fromNew York Post
8 hours ago
New York City

Fetid asphalt plant near trendy NYC neighborhood blasted by locals for 'noxious' fumes seeping into homes

#wildfire-smoke
#vaccines
History
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 days ago

'Goats in America': Portland author Tami Parr offers a fun read about a complex critter * Oregon ArtsWatch

Goats occupy complex roles in American life—amusing yet troublesome, historically significant from colonial imports and indigenous husbandry to public health and modern industrial dairies.
#climate-change
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Environment

Here's how many 'risky heat' days climate change added to our summer this year | CBC News

Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

As Temperatures Rise, So Does Sugar Consumption

Higher ambient temperatures in the U.S. correlate with increased household sugar purchases, mainly from sweetened beverages, raising public health concerns as the climate warms.
Environment
fromFortune
1 week ago

Climate change is making Americans crave soda to the tune of 100 million pounds of added sugar a year, new study finds

Rising U.S. temperatures increase sugary drink and frozen dessert consumption, adding over 100 million pounds of extra sugar annually, especially among poorer, less-educated people.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Environment

Here's how many 'risky heat' days climate change added to our summer this year | CBC News

fromFortune
1 week ago
Environment

Climate change is making Americans crave soda to the tune of 100 million pounds of added sugar a year, new study finds

#vaccine-policy
Miscellaneous
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Preventable Return of Deadly Diseases

Erosion of legal norms, rising vaccine mistrust, and polarized politics threaten public health and democratic norms, leaving the nation less prepared for future pandemics.
#cdc
#science-policy
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
US politics

Trump's war on science leaves US public health experts reeling: They're sidelining science'

Trump's second presidency has sharply reduced scientific expertise across public health, climate, environment, and nuclear safety through firings and deep research funding cuts.
fromNature
3 days ago
Science

How did assaults on science become the norm - and what can we do?

Science and scientists face coordinated political attacks undermining research funding, agencies, public health, and climate evidence, requiring organized, determined resistance.
Public health
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Ousted Trump CDC Director Sounds the Alarm on Vaccine Skepticism: Preventable Diseases Will Return'

Refusing to approve vaccine recommendations without reviewing evidence preserves scientific integrity and helps prevent erosion of vaccine confidence that could revive deadly, preventable diseases.
Public health
fromNature
2 days ago

The parable of the doors

A widespread, nonlethal parasite called the Slug impairs cognition and ability, prompting mass screenings and a bubblegum-flavoured lozenge cure.
Food & drink
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Repeat creepy meat problems at Boar's Head plants draw congressional scrutiny

Repeated food-safety failures at Boar's Head's Jarratt plant jeopardized public health, resulted in deaths, and prompted congressional doubt about safe reopening.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

The four common foods researchers want added to allergen list

Scientists recommend adding goat's and sheep's milk, buckwheat, peas-lentil, and pine nuts to mandatory UK/EU allergen lists amid a rising wave of problematic foods.
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump pushed for grisly anti-fentanyl ads airing now

Don't take fentanyl - because if you do, you'll be dead like me,
US politics
Health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

NHS running war game' exercises ahead of busy winter

The NHS is conducting 'war game' exercises to prepare for a pressured winter, while The Independent seeks donations to fund on-the-ground journalism without paywalls.
Public health
fromKqed
3 days ago

As RFK Pushes MAHA, Federal Cuts Shut Down California Health and Nutrition Programs | KQED

Local public health prevention programs face major funding cuts even as federal leaders emphasize childhood obesity, poor nutrition, and physical inactivity.
#daylight-saving-time
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
Public health

New Stanford study has even more reasons to hate daylight saving time

fromSFGATE
3 days ago
Public health

New Stanford study has even more reasons to hate daylight saving time

fromKqed
3 days ago

The Hidden Health Risk Behind Bay Area Homeless Encampment Sweeps | KQED

The hidden cost behind newly cleaned streets is an increase in health risks. People lose vital medical devices-wheelchairs, canes, and oxygen tanks. Many end up farther from the clinics and treatment programs they rely on. That can mean missed appointments, lapsed prescriptions, or untreated wounds - crises that drive people to the emergency room. For people using illicit drugs, it can mean losing contact with street medicine teams-or using alone, which is especially dangerous when trusted friends aren't nearby to administer Narcan.
Public health
Public health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 days ago

A Newly Approved Vaccine Could Help Save Australia's Koalas from a Deadly Chlamydia Epidemic

Chagas disease is now endemic in parts of the U.S.; many infections go undiagnosed and transmission occurs via vectors, transfusion, transplant, congenital, and contaminated food.
Public health
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Alarming rates of bowel cancer prompt calls for slashing of age for screening programme

Bowel cancer rates and mortality in Ireland have risen sharply, nearly doubling over 25 years with rising diagnoses in under-50s linked to poor diet.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

3 fatal overdoses in L.A. County linked to synthetic supplement sold at gas stations, smoke shops

Synthetic 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) in kratom products has caused fatal overdoses; mixing with alcohol or sedatives increases risk and naloxone can reverse toxicity.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago

This U.S. State Just Passed A Stunning New Law That Will Change Women's Lives

Top-down decisions without meaningful consultation cause implementation failures and harm; include implementers and affected communities early to ensure workable policies.
#microplastics
#measles
fromSFGATE
6 days ago
Public health

'A painful reminder': California child dies of rare measles complication

fromSFGATE
6 days ago
Public health

'A painful reminder': California child dies of rare measles complication

#covid-19-vaccines
fromKqed
1 week ago
Public health

California Breaks With CDC, Cosigns COVID Vaccine Guidelines From Medical Groups | KQED

fromKqed
1 week ago
Public health

California Breaks With CDC, Cosigns COVID Vaccine Guidelines From Medical Groups | KQED

#hoarding
Public health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

These Magic Mushroom Edibles Have No PsilocybinAnd Potentially Dangerous Undisclosed Ingredients

Twelve commercial magic mushroom edibles sold in Portland contained no psilocybin; seven contained undisclosed active ingredients including cannabis extract and synthetic psychedelics.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Now Comes the Hard Part for MAHA

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. rapidly reshaped federal health policy, pressuring agencies, food companies, and states while releasing a 128-recommendation MAHA strategy targeting childhood chronic disease.
Digital life
fromGeoffreylitt
1 week ago

AI as teleportation

Teleportation boosts commerce and connectivity while reducing physical activity, eliminating transitional moments, and eroding serendipity, fundamentally reshaping mobility and social habits.
Public health
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

The Best Law Schools For Health Law (2025) - Above the Law

Fourteen law schools received A+ health law program ratings based on weighted curricular offerings including clinics, concentrations, centers, and externships.
fromwww.brewbound.com
1 week ago

Texas Gov. Signs Executive Order to Create Legal Hemp Framework

Texas governor Greg Abbott has signed an executive order mandating age restrictions on the sale of hemp-derived THC products, roughly three months after he vetoed a bill that would have outlawed the intoxicant entirely in the Lone Star State. The order, released today, is geared toward protecting children and orders the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to immediately begin a rulemaking process to develop a new framework for the sale of hemp-derived products to minors.
Cannabis
#wildfires
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Rodent droppings lead to closure of section of McDonald's in Louth after FSAI inspection

The part of the restaurant implicated in the closure notice, as served by the FSAI on 27 August, concerns a storage unit at the side of the premises which was inspected by a HSE food safety officer. The officer's report on the findings of the unit's inspection said the droppings were found on shelving and food equipment inside the unit. It also highlighted how the unit was "inadequately pest-proofed" with "numerous gaps, holes, and defects in the structure" that could allow rodents to enter.
Public health
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

A new study ranks the happiest states in the US. These 10 states were ranked the lowest.

Many factors go into major decisions like moving states, from the cost of living to public education. After considering these, it's also perhaps worth asking: Will this place make me happy? While what constitutes happiness is a highly individual experience, external factors like job security, leisure time, and access to outdoor spaces can contribute to life satisfaction. In a recent study, WalletHub ranked the happiest US states using factors across emotional and physical well-being, work environment, and community and environment.
Wellness
Science
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Dr. Peter Hotez takes the war against science very personally

Coordinated anti-science forces—from fossil-fuel interests to social-media conspirators—threaten public health and climate, but understanding them allows strategies to avert disaster.
Public health
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Mexico declares war on sugary drinks: More taxes, less tolerance

Mexico will raise the sugary-drink tax to 3.08 pesos per liter and allocate proceeds to a health fund to deter consumption and fund disease costs.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

You're more likely to reach for that soda when it's hot outside

It's no secret Americans consume too much sugar, according to public health guidelines. Now, researchers have found one possible trigger that pushes people to reach for sweet things: hot weather. Researchers tracked Americans' grocery receipts over several years and found that sugar intake rises in the summer and the spike in consumption is driven largely by consuming more sugary beverages like sodas, energy drinks, and sweetened juices.
Public health
#vaccine-mandates
fromPoynter
1 week ago
Public health

Florida's surgeon general called school vaccine mandates 'slavery.' They're not. - Poynter

fromPoynter
1 week ago
Public health

Florida's surgeon general called school vaccine mandates 'slavery.' They're not. - Poynter

Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Spanish government moves to ban smoking on bar terraces

Spain will ban smoking and vaping on bar and restaurant terraces, prohibit minors from using vapes, and end sales of single-use electronic cigarettes.
#noise-pollution
#florida
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Science is under siege from weaponised disinformation posing a threat to human civilisation | Michael Mann and Peter Hotez

Coordinated funding and media amplification by plutocrats, petrostates, paid promoters, propagandists, and media produce weaponised disinformation that undermines science and public policy.
Public health
fromwww.thelocal.ch
1 week ago

Alarm grows in Switzerland over influx of fast food chains

Rapid expansion of fast-food outlets in Switzerland increases access to unhealthy foods and contributes to rising overweight and obesity rates.
Public health
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Florida's Department of Health reveals details about school vaccine mandates

Florida will remove school vaccine mandates for chickenpox, hepatitis B, Hib influenza, and pneumococcal diseases, effective after an anticipated 90-day rule change.
fromThe Globe and Mail
1 week ago

Doctors call for restrictions on sports betting ads, say they set youth up for problem gambling

There's no limit on how many of these ads can be placed within a sports broadcast or how long they can be,
Public health
Public health
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Scrolling on the toilet could raise your risk of hemorrhoids, a new study finds

Bringing a smartphone to the toilet lengthens sitting time and raises the risk of hemorrhoids, with phone users 46% more likely to develop them.
Science
fromwww.post-gazette.com
1 week ago

Common artificial sweetener linked to worse cancer treatment outcomes in Pitt study

Sucralose may impair cancer immunotherapy effectiveness by disrupting the gut microbiome and associated immune responses.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Doctor uses Reform conference speech to link king's cancer to Covid vaccine

A claim that Covid vaccines contributed to cancer in royal family members was presented at a political conference and triggered widespread condemnation and scientific rebuttal.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

U.S. Adversaries Strengthen Their Bond

Russia, China, and North Korea showcased a growing alliance challenging the U.S.-led postwar order while Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s policies raise public health concerns.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Half of World's 50 Most Popular Guns Are U.S. Made as Gun Violence Hits Public Health Crisis

On June 25, 2024, the US Surgeon General issued an advisory declaring gun violence a public health crisis. To address the issue, he highlighted public health approaches like research, community violence prevention, and safe storage education. His suggested remedies are just that: suggested. All would require legislation passed by Congress to implement nationwide. According to 2022 Center for Disease Control data, there is an average of 53 gun homicides per day. On a local level, preventative measures can be implemented immediately.
Public health
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Robert 'Froggy' Kennedy Jr. ribbits lies, conspiracy theories, and gibberish, garbling our public health

After I told him I worked for the local congressman, Austin Murphy, he called me "Austin's boy," and that earned me a few freebies of his famously potent drinks. His "frog" voice was legendary, and it came, I assume, from cigarettes, and while it may have been rough around the edges, it was attached to a benevolent, gregarious man. Froggy died way too young, at 62, of emphysema.
US politics
Public health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

Kids from Marginalized Communities Are Learning in the Hottest Classrooms

Hispanic/Latino, Native American/Alaska Native, Hawaiian/Pacific Islander and low-income students attend schools with significantly greater exposure to extreme heat days.
fromTruthout
1 week ago

RFK Jr. Faces Widespread Calls to Resign in Wake of Heated Senate Hearing

Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. remained combative during an extraordinary Senate Finance Committee hearing on September 4 as Democrats grilled him about creating "chaos" at the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden, the committee's ranking Democrat, said Kennedy fired career scientists at the CDC and replaced them with "cranks" and "conspiracy theorists" who promote mistrust in basic public health principles.
Public health
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK children face barriers to outdoor play due to poor planning, says study

Urban planners prioritise housebuilding over parks and play spaces, limiting children's opportunities for outdoor play across British cities.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Dr. Michael Osterholm warns of the 'next big one' amid vaccine chaos and increasing attacks on public health

"This is all about one simple decision," Osterholm said during a long interview with . "Are we going to base what we do for the health of our population on science, or are we going to go with magic smoke and mirrors? And this would be OK if it was just an academic debate. But the fact of the matter is, this is life and death."
Public health
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

SF Cat's Death Highlights the Dangers of Raw Food Pet Diets, Expert Says | KQED

San Francisco public health officials said it was first notified of the bird flu in the cat on July 17, after it showed "respiratory and neurologic symptoms." A local vet tested the cat for influenza A, which came back positive. The California Department of Public Health confirmed the infection on July 31. SFDPH said there are no additional suspected or confirmed cases in San Francisco, no evidence of person-to-person transmission and the health risk to the general public remains low.
Public health
US politics
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Here are the biggest takeaways from RFK Jr.'s fiery Senate appearance

Sen. Kennedy aggressively defended CDC firings and vaccine policy changes, accusing critics of dishonesty while prompting bipartisan concern that his actions could jeopardize public health.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Stay Well: My doctor said I have an iodine deficiency. What is iodine and why is it important to get enough?

Iodine is a critical nutrient, used to form thyroid hormones that regulate energy and metabolism - but there is little public awareness of its importance, experts say When we think about essential minerals in our diet, iron, calcium and magnesium are the ones that likely spring to mind. Often overlooked is iodine, which is vital for our metabolism, growth, and brain health. Iodine is particularly important during pregnancy for foetal brain development
Public health
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

RFK Jr., American Psycho

Caroline Kennedy calls RFK Jr. a predator and unfit to lead public health, and his actions have severely undermined the CDC and its programs.
Public health
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

'Harm-reduction is not causing people to use drugs,' affirm UCSF docs

San Francisco's health leadership is reducing harm-reduction supply distribution and shifting away from harm reduction as a primary strategy for drug addiction.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Sweeteners can harm cognitive health equivalent to 1.6 years of ageing, study finds

People who consumed the largest amount of sweeteners such as aspartame and saccharin saw a 62% faster decline in their cognitive powers the equivalent to their having aged 1.6 years, researchers say. They concluded: Our findings suggest the possibility of long-term harm from low- and no-calorie sweeteners (LNCs) consumption, particularly artificial LNCs and sugar alcohols, on cognitive function. The findings are the latest to warn about the dangers posed by sweeteners.
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