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Emerging solutions to the global increase in chronic kidney disease

Association of Health Care Journalists

Unlike chronic kidney disease with known causes such as diabetes, which increases in prevalence with age, this type of kidney disease is seen in younger and middle-aged adults and sometimes even children. Mortality has doubled over the past 20 years, sparking a public health exploration into the epidemic.

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PFAS compounds found in more firefighting PPE

NC Health News

In December, the National Institute of Safety Standards and Technology , a federal agency tasked by Congress to evaluate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in firefighting gear, released the results of its third study on the topic. Measuring the presence of the chemicals is the first step in understanding their impact on firefighters.

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Balance Function Serves as a Key Marker for Healthy Aging

Mercola

Having good balance becomes increasingly important as you age. A comprehensive analysis of balance function published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine demonstrates strong connections between balance capacity and numerous health markers, including cognitive performance, cardiovascular fitness, and overall mortality risk.

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Is This Common Weed Killer Aging Your Brain?

Mercola

While its environmental impacts have been studied for years, growing research suggests it also has significant adverse effects on human health, especially on our brains. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets limits on the amount of atrazine allowed in drinking water.

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Antipsychotics in Nursing Homes Worsen Behavior and Health Risks

Mercola

Despite these dangers, antipsychotic use remains prevalent among older adults with dementia, raising concerns about patient safety and the appropriateness of such treatments. Beyond the immediate health risks, there is a concern that these medications may exacerbate behavioral problems rather than alleviate them.

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LISTEN: Pradnya Garud on the role of unions in climate justice

Environmental Health News

Pradnya Garud joins the Agents of Change in Environmental Justice podcast to discuss the role of unions in climate and environmental justice. The Agents of Change in Environmental Justice podcast is a biweekly podcast featuring the stories and big ideas from past and present fellows, as well as others in the field. How are you?

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EPA’s Controversial Pesticide Rule Sparks Health Concerns

Mercola

Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) recent proposed rule will allow its continued use on 11 agricultural crops. The underlying causes of chlorpyrifos-related health issues are rooted in its chemical structure and mode of action. Environmental and health advocates also view the EPAs partial ban as insufficient.