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Researchers identified which home conditions cause the most respiratory problems months after hurricanes, giving families a roadmap to protect their health. The findings could help millions living in flood-prone areas intervene before mold makes them sick.
New research from Uganda's informal settlements shows exactly what displaced young people need to access HIV prevention, offering a roadmap for better health services. The findings point toward solutions that address basic needs alongside healthcare.
A simple map convinced people in high-risk areas to test their homes for radon, the invisible gas that's the second-leading cause of lung cancer. The discovery could save lives by helping families detect and fix a hidden danger lurking in their basements.
New research shows laws allowing temporary gun removal from at-risk individuals prevented 675 suicides without pushing people toward other methods. Only 21 states have adopted these life-saving measures so far.
Scientists created a simple tool that shows which states are responsible for deadly air pollution that crosses borders. The breakthrough could help protect communities suffering from pollution they didn't create.
Researchers just completed the first comprehensive study of how people respond to wildfire smoke, revealing crucial gaps that could save lives as fires grow more frequent. The findings are already shaping new programs to help communities breathe easier.
A massive US study tracking over 11 million births across two decades finds no link between fluoridated drinking water and birth weight, putting to rest safety concerns for pregnant women. The research offers reassurance about one of America's most widespread public health practices.
Scientists placed flu patients and healthy people together indoors for two weeks, expecting infections. Zero people got sick, revealing that ventilation and fewer coughs may matter more than close contact.