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A photo of a fake watermelon used to disguise a shipment of methamphetamines after a bust in Otay Mesa, California.

Hot Days and Methamphetamine Are Now a Deadlier Mix

Records show about one in five heat-related deaths in recent years involved methamphetamine

A photo of patients being evacuated from Palms of Pasadena Hospital in South Pasadena, Florida as Hurricane Irma approaches.

Florida Hospitals in Hurricane Milton's Path Prepare for the Worst

Some facilities plan to stay open during the storm

A photo of residents of Swannanoa, North Carolina receive supplies after Hurricane Helene.

The Project 2025 Promise: Worse Health and Climate Chaos

The outcome of the November election will have an impact for decades to come

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Fla. Hospitals Evacuate; Man Charged in Indian Doctor's Death; Life Expectancy Limit

Health news and commentary gathered by 麻豆传媒 staff

A photo of workers removing a lead pipe in Flint, Michigan.

White House Mandates 10-Year Deadline for Replacing Lead Pipes

Clean water is "matter of basic human rights," EPA head says

A photo of a trailer moved by floodwater on the side of a road in Pensacola, North Carolina.

North Carolina Is Distributing Allergy Meds as Bees Swarm After Helene Flooding

State stepping in after surge in requests for medication to protect people allergic to stings

An aerial photo of flooding in Asheville, North Carolina following Hurricane Helene.

Hospitals Still Feeling Impacts of Hurricane Helene

Asheville's Mission Hospital remains without running water

A photo of debris in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Asheville, North Carolina.

Hurricanes Like Helene Keep Killing for Years to Come

The average storm contributes to the early deaths of 7,000 to 11,000 people over a 15-year period

A photo of smoke billowing from a fire at the BioLab facility in Conyers, Georgia.

Chemical Cloud Moving Over Atlanta Suburbs Prompts Shelter-in-Place Alert

Atlanta's fire department said it was testing for the presence of chemicals

A photo of a street mural depicting a wildfire with a skeleton next to it saying: No Worries.

The Wildfires May Be Contained but their Impact on Youth Mental Health Is Raging

It's time for a strategic approach to climate anxiety

AAP over a photo of Orlando Orange County Convention Center in Florida.

Sharp Rise in Heat-Related ED Visits for Kids in Texas

Absolute numbers are still small, but researcher warns of continued effects of climate change

A photo from an overpass above a swollen Peachtree Creek in Atlanta.

Dozens Rescued by Helicopter From Flooded Tennessee Hospital Inundated by Helene

Dramatic scene at Unicoi County Hospital

A photo of a student drinking from a water fountain at an elementary school in California.

Fluoride in Water Poses Enough Risk to Kids' IQ to Merit EPA Action, Judge Says

Ruling is a blow to practice hailed as one of the greatest achievements in public health

U.S. Deaths Tied to Extreme Temps May Double, Triple by Mid-21st Century

Study finds that increase in heat deaths will far outweigh reduction in cold deaths

A photo of the entrance to Environmental Protection Agency headquarters in Washington DC.

EPA Scientists Say They Were Pressured to Downplay Health Harms From Chemicals

And a watchdog found they were retaliated against

Exposure to Air Pollution Linked to Increased Risk of Parkinson's Disease

Risks observed for the akinetic rigid form of the disease, as well as dyskinesia

A photo of a raccoon.

What to Know About 'Raccoon Roundworm'

Stay away from raccoon latrines

A computer rendering of a blood vessel narrowed by plaque.

Metal Exposure Also Linked to More Coronary Artery Calcium

Impact of contaminant exposure considered on par with traditional risk factors

A photo of a syringe partially buried in beach sand.

Swimming Banned at Multiple East Coast Beaches After Medical Waste Washes Ashore

Source of the waste is under investigation

A computer rendering of the olfactory system.

Microplastics Found in Human Olfactory Bulbs

Findings suggest a pathway for plastic fragments to enter the brain

Screening After False Positive Mammograms; RSV Vaccination and Hospitalization

Also in TTHealthWatch: time from approval to reimbursement for new drugs

A photo of search and rescue personnel raking through the ruins after the Camp Fire in Paradise, California.

Our Patients With Disabilities Face Unique Environmental Risks

Ambitious action against climate change is necessary to protect us all

A photo of Shoshone-Paiute tribal member Michael Hanchor visiting his mother鈥檚 grave in Owyhee, Nevada.

Did U.S. Government Play a Role in Remote Tribe's Widespread Illness and Cancer?

Toxins are embedded in the soil, but no one can say what has caused such widespread illness

A photo of a highway running through smoke and fire in Chico, California.

Are You Ready for Wildfire Season?

Wildfire season is a double whammy for healthcare workers across the country

A photo of a man鈥檚 hand affected by Raynaud鈥檚 syndrome.

Scleroderma Patients See Worsened Raynaud's in Summer, Too

Study shows surprising nonlinearity between temperature and symptom severity

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

More Mosquito-Linked Deaths; Historic Cannabis, Hallucinogen Use; Vandy Doc in Space

Health news and commentary gathered by 麻豆传媒 staff

A photo of an inhaler in a woman's hand releasing a fog of mist.

COPD, Asthma Inhalers Produce Staggering Amounts of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Propellants in metered-dose inhalers are the biggest culprit

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Dalai Lama's Surgery; New Surgeon General Advisory; Concerns Over Drinking Water

Health news and commentary gathered by 麻豆传媒 staff

A close up photo of an aedes aegypti mosquito.

West Nile and EEE: What to Know About Mosquito-Borne Illness in the U.S.

These diseases may be causing a buzz, but they're not doing anything unusual this season

A photo of a woman outdoors wearing a mask and looking at wildfire smoke.

We're Missing Opportunities to Help Pregnant Patients Navigate Environmental Threats

As physicians, we play an essential role in the climate crisis

A photo of paramedics moving a senior man into an ambulance due to heat-related illness.

U.S. Heat-Related Deaths Jumped 117% Since 1999

And deaths have accelerated in the last 7 years, according to researchers

A photo of Vice President Kamala Harris speaking at the Democratic National Convention.

VP Harris: 'America, We Are Not Going Back'

Harris pledges to protect reproductive rights, tackle gun violence, and address climate crisis

A photo of Vice President Kamala Harris on stage at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

Healthcare a Major Player at the Democratic Convention's Opening Night

Abortion, COVID, gun violence, and drug prices were among the topics in the spotlight

A photo through a chain link fence of blue plastic barrel of waste discarded next to a river.

Docs Need Better Guidance on Patient Exposure to 'Forever Chemicals,' Group Says

Environmental group's "roadmap" also urges feds to continue cutting PFAS levels in food and water

A photo of the White House in Washington, DC.

Clinicians Need More Education on Climate-Related Health Issues, Expert Says

Students are clamoring for this content, Katie Huffling tells White House conference attendees

A photo of packages of Plant Based Organic Burger Patties for sale in a supermarket.

Plant-based Food and Drink Labeling Is a Battlefield

Public health considerations are missing in action

A photo of competitors swimming in the Seine river during the women鈥檚 triathlon event.

Olympic Athletes Fall Ill After Swim in the Seine: Is Water Quality to Blame?

Infectious disease expert cautions against drawing conclusions from anecdotes

A photo of a blue rectangular piece of microplastic on the finger of a researcher

Microplastics Are Everywhere, but Are They Harming Us?

A look at what we know so far

A photo of a lab technician putting test tubes of urine samples into a centrifuge.

These Metals in Urine Predict Heart Disease and Death

Exposure may come from food, water, and air

A photo of athletes traveling by boat down the Seine River during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics, in Paris

Infectious Disease Expert Explains Seine Bacteria as Olympic Events Are Postponed

It's not just about E. coli, expert says

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