In an era of rapid urbanization and major demographic shifts, cities have become the geographic epicenter of resource consumption and chemical emissions.

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Pollution is the leading cause of premature death globally. Fossil fuels contribute to chemical pollution through production of petrochemicals, many of which interfere with hormonal function ...

A new study suggests that a common pesticide, picloram, may contribute to growing rates of early onset colorectal cancer, asides from known risk factors such as smoking and diet.

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Microplastics pose health risks, but lab studies often fail to reflect real-world exposure, highlighting critical gaps in ...

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Every time a dolphin nurses her calf, she may also be passing along industrial chemicals that persist for years in the body.

Cancer occurs when genetic changes disrupt normal cell functions. These genetic mutations can be inherited; they can happen spontaneously when cells make copies of themselves; or they can be caused by ...