Month: July 2022

Study confirms lead-in-water causes adverse fetal health outcomes

Just like how eating unhealthy foods can harm your body, drinking water contaminated with lead can harm unborn babies. Health economics researchers have recently discovered a strong link between lead-in-water and negative effects on fetal health. Previous studies had only found a correlation, but this new research confirms that lead exposure directly causes adverse outcomes […]

Published on July 13, 2022

Greener urban environments promote healthier habits in kids

Just like how a lush, green park can entice you to go for a jog instead of binge-watching your favorite Netflix show, urban areas with more vegetation have been linked to better health behaviors in children. A recent study has found that neighborhoods with abundant greenery, fewer tall buildings and busy roads, and a lower […]

Published on July 13, 2022

Infants’ Social Development Shines Through Amidst Pandemic

Just like a nimble butterfly fluttering through a stormy sky, infants have managed to navigate the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. While the world around them experienced upheaval and distress, these little ones were able to emerge with their social development unscathed. According to researchers, the key to their resilience lies in the unwavering […]

Published on July 13, 2022