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Designing Walkable Cities for Better Health

Residents of new housing developments boosted their exercise and their wellbeing when they had more access to shops and parks, a new University of Melbourne study reveals.

Children at Higher Risk from Toxins

More than 85,000 synthetic chemicals are registered for commercial use with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Health Benefits of Trees

Evidence is increasing from multiple scientific fields that exposure to the natural environment can improve human health.

In a new study by the U.S. Forest Service, the presence of trees was associated with human health.

Breast Cancer Risk Increased by Your Job?

A new Canadian study confirms that certain occupations pose a higher risk of breast cancer than others, particularly those that expose the worker to potential carcinogens and endocrine disrupters. The study appears in the journal Environmental Health.

Diabetes Risk Raised by Common Chemical

A type of chemical found in cosmetics, plastics and other products, called phthalates, could raise the risk of developing diabetes among seniors.

Hazardous Chemicals in Laundry Products

Do you like the smell of laundry detergent or fabric softener? Do you know people who walk around smelling like Tide or Bounce?

It is time to completely rethink what is considered clean and fresh, because the chemicals in top-selling laundry products may be hazardous to your health.