Men May Be More Vulnerable to PFAS in Water Than Women: Study
A recent study examining the long-term presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in human blood following long-term exposure to the chemicals after a paper mill was linked to local drinking water contamination found that women in the low-exposure study group were more successful at eliminating the PFAS from their bodies than men in the […]
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Map Shows Where Beers Are Most Contaminated With Chemicals: Study
A new study by researchers at RTI International has found that several American beers contain measurable levels of “forever chemicals,” with the source traced primarily to municipal drinking water used in the brewing process. According to the study, published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology, these per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) were present in […]
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New Study Shows Promise for Cancer Patients Avoiding Surgery
A promising new study presented at the American Association for Cancer Research’s annual meeting shows that immunotherapy could help many cancer patients avoid surgery. Researchers found that 92 percent of patients who received only an immune-based treatment remained cancer-free two years later. Why It Matters The findings suggest that for some cancers, surgery and its […]
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Some Cats ‘Thrive’ As Therapy Animals, Study Reveals
When it comes to animal-assisted services (AAS), dogs have long dominated this field. However, a new study has found that with their naturally calm and sociable personalities, some cats may thrive in this role too. For decades dogs have been employed to provide support to individuals with specific needs, offering them physical assistance, emotional support […]
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The 50 Most Common Dog Names in the US Last Year Revealed in New Study
By Liz O’Connell is a Newsweek Reporter based in North Carolina. Her focus is on pet news and videos. Liz joined Newsweek in 2023 and had previously worked at PetHelpful.com, the Charlotte Business Journal, and The Anson Record. She is a graduate of the University of Arizona. Languages: English. You can get in touch with […]
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