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Environmental toxicants in the Hispanic community epigenetically contributing to preeclampsia. Cardiovascular Toxicology.
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Life Stage and Reproductive Health Noncommunicable Diseases

Environmental toxicants in the Hispanic community epigenetically contributing to preeclampsia. Cardiovascular Toxicology.

This review shows that Hispanic women’s higher exposure to pollutants like air pollution, heavy metals, and plastics may raise the risk of serious pregnancy complications, contributing to racial disparities in maternal health.

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Gladwell, L.R., Packer, L., Karthik, J., et al.

Short-term effects of chemical and noise pollution during heat and cold waves on emergency hospital admissions in Madrid. International Journal of Biometeorology.
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Direct Injuries Chemical Pollution

Short-term effects of chemical and noise pollution during heat and cold waves on emergency hospital admissions in Madrid. International Journal of Biometeorology.

This study examined how chemical air pollution and noise affect emergency hospital admissions in Madrid during hot and cold months. It found that both pollutants, especially noise, significantly impact vulnerable groups like children and older adults.

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Ruiz-Páez, R., López-Bueno, J.A., Díaz, J., et al.

Marine microplastic levels and the prevalence of cardiometabolic diseases in US coastline counties. Journal of the American Heart Association.
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Noncommunicable Diseases Chemical Pollution

Marine microplastic levels and the prevalence of cardiometabolic diseases in US coastline counties. Journal of the American Heart Association.

Researchers compared marine microplastic concentrations near U.S. coastlines with rates of cardiometabolic diseases in nearby counties. Using national survey and environmental data, they explored whether higher microplastic levels relate to higher disease prevalence.

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Makwana, B., Khadke, S., Kumar, A., et al.

Managing the complexity of emerging contaminants in aquatic environments: Exploring their ecotoxicological impacts, detection techniques, and the use of innovative technologies for their remediation. Discover Catalysis.
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Chemical Pollution Technology and Innovation

Managing the complexity of emerging contaminants in aquatic environments: Exploring their ecotoxicological impacts, detection techniques, and the use of innovative technologies for their remediation. Discover Catalysis.

This review highlights the threat of emerging aquatic contaminants and their risks to wildlife and human health, calling for advanced, sustainable treatment technologies and catalytic innovations to protect water quality.

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Singh, C.K., Sodhi, K.K., Nitin, V., et al.

From individuals to global policy: 10 actions to tackle plastic pollution and protect health. LSHTM Climate Change & Planetary Health.
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Noncommunicable Diseases Chemical Pollution

From individuals to global policy: 10 actions to tackle plastic pollution and protect health. LSHTM Climate Change & Planetary Health.

The article outlines ten strategies to combat plastic pollution, emphasizing its health impacts and the need for systemic change. It advocates for policy reform, community action, and interdisciplinary research to create sustainable alternatives.

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine