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Physician-scientists at Oregon Health & Science University warn that exposure to air pollution may have serious implications ...

Environmental epidemiologists report on a new study of air pollution exposures collected using personal wristband monitors worn by pregnant individuals in New York City matched with data from a ...

In a world where smartphones rest in pockets, Wi-Fi networks blanket neighborhoods, and smart home devices monitor our every movement, questions about the potential health impacts of electromagnetic ...

Throughout any given year, the National Academies convene hundreds of conferences, workshops, symposia, forums, roundtables, and other gatherings that attract the finest minds in academia and the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Harmful exposure to lead during childhood has affected more than 170 ...

This real-world study shows that recent and habitual light exposure are linked to lower subjective sleepiness and faster ...

RIO RICO — Frank Granados was training with the Tucson Fire Department when a new firefighting product was introduced at the site. After igniting a pool of JP-4 jet fuel, the crew deployed the product ...

Misophonia, a condition characterized by strong emotional and physiological reactions to specific sounds, has often been misunderstood by practitioners and researchers alike. While the field continues ...