Women, smokers appear especially vulnerable Light to moderate drinking of alcohol—considered up to one alcoholic drink a day for women (about 4 ounces of … Continue reading “One or two drinks per day may boost risk of certain cancers”
A new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health finds that women who work more than 40 hours a week take … Continue reading “Physical strain, working longer hours affect women’s ability to get pregnant”
When cutting saturated fats from your diet, carefully consider what you will eat instead. That’s the advice from Frank Hu, professor of nutrition and … Continue reading “Choose replacements carefully when cutting saturated fats”
On August 17, 2015 the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy announced a new plan pairing law enforcement officials and public health … Continue reading “White House announces new heroin strategy emphasizing treatment over prosecution”
A new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health researchers found that frequent consumption of processed meats may harm a man’s … Continue reading “Processed meats may affect male fertility”
The importance of improving community health; the health ramifications of ex-cons’ difficulties finding employment; and how public health experts can address discriminatory policing are … Continue reading “Power, politics, privilege, and health”
The health benefits federal officials predict would result from implementing President Obama’s proposed Clean Power Plan —which calls for reducing carbon emissions from power … Continue reading “Clean Power Plan promises health benefits”
While health information is more widely available than ever, most consumers are unable to understand it well enough to make appropriate decisions, according to … Continue reading “Consumers overwhelmed in sea of health information”
A couple’s exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals, psychological stress, malnutrition, and other environmental stressors prior to conceiving a child may alter the child’s genetic structure … Continue reading “Parents’ exposure to chemicals prior to conception linked to child’s health problems”
A proposed ban on the use of smokeless tobacco in Boston’s ballparks and athletic fields is aimed at protecting the health of the professional … Continue reading “Boston Mayor proposes ban on smokeless tobacco in city parks”