Entries by George Zapo, CPH
George Zapo, CPH is certified in Public Health Promotion & Education. George focuses on writing informative articles promoting healthy behavior and lifestyles. Read more of George's articles at his website: https://georgezapo.com.
Smoking During Pregnancy Increases Risk of Schizophrenia in Children, New Study Reports
Children born to mothers that smoke during pregnancy are more likely to develop schizophrenia, according to a new study. This recent study was conducted by Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC), New York State… 0 Shares |
Acrylamide in Foods is a Major ‘Human Health Concern’ – International Researchers Report
Acrylamide is a chemical used in many industrial processes, like the production of plastics, dyes, and paper. It is also used in the treatment of drinking water and wastewater, including sewage. In addition, acrylamide is found in consumer products —… 0 Shares |
Pregabalin May Increase Risk of Major Birth Defects, New Study Reports
Pregnant women who take pregabalin — or Pfizer’s Lyrica — may increase the risk of having babies with major birth defects. A team of researchers initiated a new study, supported by the American Academy of Neurology. The team investigated the… 0 Shares |
7 Tips on How to Grow Delicious Tomatoes in Your Garden
Home gardeners find growing tomatoes more interesting than other vegetables. In fact, 93 percent of American gardeners grow tomatoes. Some would argue that the homegrown tomato fruit is far better than the ones available in grocery stores. Homegrown tomatoes Americans… 0 Shares |
Toxic BPA Used in Two-Thirds of Food Packaging, Says New Report
Toxic BPA is found in the lining of the majority of cans on the shelves of grocery stores. Researchers analyzed the interior linings of 192 food cans containing vegetables, fruits, soups, broth, gravy, milks, and beans. They found 129 of… 0 Shares |
Amazing Lifespan of More Than 100 Years for Nearly 300 Residents in a Small Italian Village
The lifespan of nearly 300 residents in a small village in southern Italy is more than 100 years old. For the first time, residents of the village are letting scientists research why their lifespan is so long. Nearly one-third of… 0 Shares |
Atlantic Salmon Genetic Modification Approved, FDA Faces Lawsuit
A coalition of consumers, commercial, and environmental organizations sued the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for approving genetically engineered Atlantic salmon. This latest FDA approval is the first-ever, genetically engineered food animal by the government agency. FDA’s approval of… 0 Shares |
Listeria Linked to Contaminated Deli Meat Slicers, Says New Report
Listeria causes the third highest number of foodborne illness deaths in the United States. People become infected with this infection by eating contaminated food. Listeriosis is a serious infection and a vital public health problem in North America — caused… 0 Shares |
10 Tips on How to Protect Children From Lead Poisoning
Lead poisoning often occurs with no obvious symptoms. Frequently this serious and sometimes fatal condition goes unrecognized. Protecting children from lead exposure is vital to good health that will last a lifetime. But as of today, a safe blood lead… 0 Shares |
