Water should be a human right
In this months PLoS Medicine Editorial, the editors argue that -- despite recent international objections -- access to clean water should be recognised as a human right.
Environment
Jun 30, 2009
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News tagged with world health organization
French pedestrians see green light, even when it's red: study
French pedestrians have the reputation of being a law unto themselves—but an unusual study has provided some scientific backing for the stereotype.
Social Sciences
Feb 15, 2017
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Air quality improves by up to 40% in cities that took action on COVID-19, researcher finds
Cities that declared a state of emergency in February due to outbreaks of COVID-19 saw air pollution decrease by up to 40% as businesses close their doors and residents stayed home, a University of Toronto researcher has ...
Environment
Apr 14, 2020
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Newly launched mobile eye-test device could lead to prescription virtual-reality screens
After five years of development and about 40,000 tests worldwide, the mobile eye-test device developed by MIT spinout EyeNetra is coming to hospitals, optometric clinics, optical stores, and even homes nationwide.
Hi Tech & Innovation
Oct 19, 2015
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Backyard hens' eggs in Australia contain 40 times more lead on average than shop eggs, research finds
There's nothing like the fresh eggs from your own hens, the more than 400,000 Australians who keep backyard chooks will tell you. Unfortunately, it's often not just freshness and flavor that set their eggs apart from those ...
Plants & Animals
Aug 9, 2022
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New study suggests we're likely underestimating the future impact of PFAS in the environment
Per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances—commonly known as PFAS—are a group of over 14,000 human-made chemicals that have been popular since the 1950s for their diverse skills in resisting heat, water, grease and stains.
Environment
Apr 8, 2024
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Noise pollution from fracking may harm human health
Fracking creates noise at levels high enough to harm the health of people living nearby, according to the first peer-reviewed study to analyze the potential public health impacts of ambient noise related to fracking.
Environment
Jan 12, 2017
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WHO, Greta or press watchdogs for Nobel Peace Prize?
The World Health Organization is the bookies' favourite to win the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, though experts say Greta Thunberg or press freedom groups are also strong contenders.
Other
Oct 7, 2020
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Common plants can eliminate indoor air pollutants
Air quality in homes, offices, and other indoor spaces is becoming a major health concern, particularly in developed countries where people often spend more than 90% of their time indoors. Surprisingly, indoor air has been ...
Plants & Animals
Nov 4, 2009
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Unravelling the mystery that makes viruses infectious
Researchers have for the first time identified the way viruses like the poliovirus and the common cold virus 'package up' their genetic code, allowing them to infect cells.
Cell & Microbiology
Jan 9, 2021
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