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Chronic, low-level lead poisoning is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease in adults and cognitive deficits in children.
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The study underscores the need for stronger policies to protect pregnant individuals and offspring, particularly during vulnerable, early life-stage of development.
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A new commentary found that power plants’ use of these devices saved up to 9,100 lives and up to $100 billion in health costs in 2023.
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New research finds a cumulative beneficial effect of these policies both city-wide and among residents in communities disproportionately affected by air pollution.
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- August 16, 2023
Landmark study reveals how excess deaths after hurricanes varied greatly by hurricane season, geography, and social vulnerability.
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- June 29, 2023
The clean energy economy is out of reach for many households
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- June 27, 2023
Reductions in arsenic exposure among the U.S. population were reported for users of public water systems
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- June 12, 2023
Chronic exposure to low levels of metals associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease
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- May 15, 2023
Ami Zota, professor of environmental health sciences, recently testified before Washington State Senate on the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act. The bill is now law.
- April 20, 2023
Water arsenic levels linked to higher urinary arsenic among the U.S. population for users of both private wells and public water systems
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Columbia University Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer CenterApril 19, 2023Dr. Navas-Acien sheds light on cancer-causing substances in drinking water, how certain groups are disproportionally affected, and the impact of climate change on cancer risk.
- April 13, 2023
An op-ed by MPH student Catie Eire argues for democratizing and greening the electric grid in Puerto Rico.
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- April 13, 2023
MPH student Emily Murphy argues for improved screening of live animals at ports of entry.
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- April 13, 2023
MPH student Rylin Ives argues that the Metropolitan Transit Authority should prioritize making public transit fully accessible for people living with disabilities.
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