Environmental heath news

Here are some recent environmental health news stories:

Climate Change

• The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report warning that climate change is a major threat to global health, with rising temperatures and extreme weather events expected to cause an estimated 250,000 additional deaths per year between 2030 and 2050. (Source: WHO)
• A study published in the journal Environmental Research Letters found that climate change is likely to increase the spread of diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus. (Source: Environmental Research Letters)

Air Pollution

• The American Lung Association has released its annual State of the Air report, which found that 141 million Americans live in counties with unhealthy levels of air pollution. (Source: American Lung Association)
• A study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology found that exposure to air pollution from vehicles and industrial sources is linked to an increased risk of premature birth and low birth weight. (Source: Environmental Science & Technology)

Water Pollution

• The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced plans to roll back regulations on toxic chemicals in drinking water, despite opposition from public health advocates. (Source: EPA)
• A study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives found that exposure to contaminated drinking water is linked to an increased risk of birth defects and developmental delays. (Source: Environmental Health Perspectives)

Toxic Chemicals

• The EPA has announced plans to ban the use of a toxic chemical called trichloroethylene (TCE) in dry cleaning and other industrial processes, due to its links to cancer and other health problems. (Source: EPA)
• A study published in the journal Environmental Health found that exposure to toxic chemicals in consumer products is linked to an increased risk of cancer and other health problems. (Source: Environmental Health)

Wildfires and Health

• A study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives found that exposure to wildfires is linked to an increased risk of respiratory problems, heart attacks, and other health issues. (Source: Environmental Health Perspectives)
• The WHO has released a report warning that wildfires are a major threat to global health, with the agency estimating that 13 million people are affected by wildfires each year. (Source: WHO)

Food Safety

• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced plans to update its guidelines for food safety, including new recommendations for cooking and handling food to prevent foodborne illness. (Source: CDC)
• A study published in the journal Environmental Health found that exposure to pesticides and other chemicals in food is linked to an increased risk of cancer and other health problems. (Source: Environmental Health)