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Environmental Health Expert Gives FDA an ‘F’ for Its Handling of Chemicals in Our Food. His Advice on How to Lower Your Exposure Environmental Health Expert Gives FDA an ‘F’ for Its Handling of Chemicals in Our Food. His Advice on How to Lower Your Exposure

Dr. Leo Trasande, an internationally recognized expert in children’s environmental health, talks to HealthDay about the dangers of PFAS in our food supply.

Most Americans Keep Health Issues Secret from Their Boss, New Poll Finds Most Americans Keep Health Issues Secret from Their Boss, New Poll Finds

According to a new survey, the majority of adult workers in the U.S. are battling at least one chronic health condition that may need to be managed on the job -- but most aren’t telling their employers.
Vitamin D Supplements May Lower Blood Pressure in Some Seniors Vitamin D Supplements May Lower Blood Pressure in Some Seniors

A new study finds taking vitamin D supplements may lower blood pressure in older people with obesity, but taking more than the recommended daily dose will not provide additional health benefits, according to researchers.
Teenage Weight-Loss Surgery Leads to Long-Lasting Health Benefits, New Study Finds Teenage Weight-Loss Surgery Leads to Long-Lasting Health Benefits, New Study Finds

A new study finds obese teens who undergo bariatric surgery sustain major health benefits 10 years after the procedure -- including remission from type 2 diabetes, significant weight loss and lower blood pressure.
Are You Holding Your Arm the Right Way When Your Blood Pressure Is Taken? Are You Holding Your Arm the Right Way When Your Blood Pressure Is Taken?

Researchers test 3 common arm positions used during BP screenings and find 2 of them may lead to misdiagnosis of high blood pressure.
A Good Night’s Sleep May Be Especially Important for Overweight Adults A Good Night’s Sleep May Be Especially Important for Overweight Adults

A new study finds overweight people who stay awake too late face higher odds of metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes.
Caffeine Overload May Cause High Blood Pressure in Otherwise Healthy People Caffeine Overload May Cause High Blood Pressure in Otherwise Healthy People

A new study finds heavy caffeine consumption on a regular basis could elevate your risk of heart disease. So how much is too much?
Chemicals Commonly Found in Cosmetics May Raise Risk of High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy Chemicals Commonly Found in Cosmetics May Raise Risk of High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy

A new study links parabens and phenols used in many makeup and sunscreen products to high blood pressure in pregnant women.
Doctors Could Soon Use Your Facial Temperature to Diagnose Diabetes and High Blood Pressure Doctors Could Soon Use Your Facial Temperature to Diagnose Diabetes and High Blood Pressure

Researchers say they’ve developed a new technology that may lead to healthier aging and early detection of chronic diseases.
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