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Group urges tougher limits on chemical in shampoos, cosmetics
(HealthDay)—The germ-fighting chemical triclosan has got to go, an international coalition of scientists claims.
Jun 21, 2017
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Why artificial turf may truly be bad for kids
If you want to get a soccer mom's attention, bring up the subject of artificial turf, the preferred playing surface for children from pre-K to college – or at least preferred by school boards and parks and recreation departments.
Mar 6, 2017
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Jury: Smokers didn't prove Marlboros have defective design
A federal jury has rejected claims by a group of Massachusetts smokers who sued Philip Morris USA to try to force the cigarette maker to pay for lung cancer screenings.
Feb 11, 2016
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Hawaii lawmakers kill vaccine bill after heated debate
After listening to Hawaii residents speak out against vaccines and saying they cause everything from autism to the Zika virus, Hawaii lawmakers killed a bill to speed up the state's process for adopting federal vaccination ...
Feb 5, 2016
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Drink to that: Russian cities ponder 1-day-a-week booze ban
Some Russian officials are daring to think the seemingly unthinkable in the land of vodka—banning the sale of alcohol once a week in the country's two main cities.
Oct 14, 2015
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Consumers largely underestimating calorie content of fast food
People eating at fast food restaurants largely underestimate the calorie content of meals, especially large ones, according to a paper published today in BMJ.
May 23, 2013
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Look for new, improved sunscreen labels
(HealthDay)—New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say.
May 10, 2013
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Menu labeling requirements lead to healthier options at chain restaurants
The recent Supreme Court decision on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act has cleared the way for national requirements about posting nutritional information at chain restaurants. Listing calories, fat content, ...
Jul 19, 2012
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New disease hits Dutch, German livestock
A new livestock disease causing deformities at birth has been detected in at least five European countries, including the Netherlands and Germany, a Dutch agriculture ministry spokesman said Thursday.
Jan 26, 2012
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FDA examines level of arsenic in apple juice
(AP) -- The Food and Drug Administration is considering tightening restrictions for the levels of arsenic allowed in apple juice after consumer groups pushed the agency to crack down on the contaminant.
Dec 1, 2011
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