New Documentary Finds Roundup “Everywhere”
Brian Lilla, an award-winning filmmaker, moved to the Napa Valley wine region to raise his children in a healthy environment. But as he saw Roundup applied vigorously to the vineyards spread throughout the area, he “learned how toxic...
Prenatal Opioid Use May Adversely Impact Children Later in Life
According to a new study, opioid use during pregnancy may have a negative neurological or behavioral impact on children later in life. While previous studies have drawn a link between prenatal opioid use and adverse health outcomes in...
5 Ways to Lower the Risk of Birth Defects
A new pregnancy – or planning for one – can be such an exciting time in a family’s life. And you will want to do whatever you can to ensure your baby will be happy and healthy. The...
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Exposure to Pesticides During Pregnancy Linked to Brain Damage in Embryos
Bringing a new child into the world can be the most exciting event for a family. But that excitement is often short-lived once you hear that your child will be born with a severe birth defect. One particularly...
Babies Born Addicted to Opioids Cost U.S. Over $500 Million per Year
In the year preceding the onset of the coronavirus pandemic of 2020, the opioid epidemic led the headlines. Studies were conducted, opioid lawsuits were filed, and new regulations aimed at holding drug manufacturers and prescribers responsible for the...
Mesothelioma 101: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Vs. Mesothelioma
When it comes to lung disease, it can be easy to get confused about the types of cancers and treatments available. However, mesothelioma and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) are different diseases with different treatment plans, although some...
Bill Works to Raise Regulations on Restricted-Use Pesticides
As the use of dangerous pesticides continues, a potential bill is in the works to increase protection for the public. The Hawai‘i state House unanimously voted to pass a bill that would establish regulations on users of restricted-use...
Whistleblowers and Rewards: Why It Matters
In 2021, the U.S. Department of Justice recuperated $5.6 billion from False Claims Act (FCA) cases. Whistleblowers played an important role in this recovery. Who Are Whistleblowers? Private citizens, called "relators,” are allowed to file suit for FCA...
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