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Benzene in Pregnancy — A Hidden Threat to Children’s Health

Mercola

Alarmingly, increasing evidence indicates that benzene exposure during pregnancy disrupts the metabolic health of children. to 21, and their offspring were monitored for metabolic health indicators as they matured. The findings revealed significant disruptions in energy homeostasis in both male and female offspring by 4 months of age.

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Epidemiology Terms: A Glossary of Epidemiological Words

Gideon

Whether you are a student of nursing, health sciences, public health, or another specialty, you may be interested in expanding your knowledge of epidemiology. Public health and government agencies prevent the spread of emerging infectious diseases on their shores. We can see this visually represented with outbreak or case maps.

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The Problem with Supplements

Exploring Health

These health-conscious women likely already eat nutrient-dense foods and have behaviors consistent with existing wellness guidelines. They may also self-prescribe supplements to curtail future ailments, despite limited data that supplements impact overall health. patients.