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Toxic Metals Found in All Rice Samples in New Study

FRIDAY, May 16, 2025 — A new report says rice sold in U.S. stores contains toxic heavy metals, including arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury. The report — released by Healthy Babies, Bright Futures — f...

Gluten-Free Diet for Celiac Disease Increases Arsenic Exposure in Children

FRIDAY, May 2, 2025 – Children with newly diagnosed celiac disease have increased arsenic exposure shortly after transitioning to a gluten-free diet, according to a study published in the April...

Electric Vehicle Fires May Raise Cancer Risk for Communities

MONDAY, March 3, 2025 – As electric vehicles (EVs) become more common on roads, they bring new health concerns for firefighters and the community, new research shows. Researchers at the University...

Arsenic in Drinking Water Tied to Kidney Cancer Risk

THURSDAY, Dec. 19, 2024 – Even low levels of arsenic exposure in drinking water may increase the risk for kidney cancer, according to a study published online Dec. 15 in Environmental Pollution....

Even at Low Levels, Arsenic in Drinking Water Could Raise Heart Risks

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 23, 2024 – Long-term exposure to even low levels of arsenic in drinking water can raise a person’s risk of heart disease, a new study warns. Even folks exposed to arsenic levels b...

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