New asthma treatment can help you breathe easier
The F.D.A has just approved the first non-drug asthma treatment.
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No receipt, thank you
Bisphenol A, a synthetic estrogen and endocrine disrupter, has been in the news lately. Scientists, health experts and consumers have been pressing for a federal ban on the use of BPA in food packaging and beverage containers, which Congress has been debating since early last year.
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House Panel Tackles Chemical Legislation
On July 29, a House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee held the first hearing on legislation to overhaul the 34-year-old Toxic Substances Control Act. While the new legislation, The Toxic Chemicals Safety Act (H.R. 5820), received strong support from environmental and public health advocates, a representative from a chemical manufacturer society warned that the bill could negatively impact industry.
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Travelling with allergies
ONE minute you are in the pink of health enjoying your meal and, the next, you could be doubled over in pain, utterly confused. If you have a family history of allergy to certain food, it may be wise to take note of what these are.
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How to dispose of unused medicines
Is your medicine cabinet filled with expired drugs ormedications you no longer use? Do you know how to dispose ofthem?
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