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Pollution has been linked to 9 million deaths in 2015, according to a new study published by the Lancet Commission on Pollution and Health.About The StudyFor the study, researchers analyzed data from several existing studies to determine the impact of various forms of pollution. Researchers found that air pollution is leading the cause of early mortality, accounting for nearly 6.5 million deaths in 2015. Water pollution came in a distant, though still concerning, second with 1.8 million deaths. …

Approximately 12.3 million Americans work in factories and manufacturing facilities, according to the Pew Research Center. It's a vital sector of our nation's infrastructure and economy, creating both jobs and goods. But like all industries, factory work comes with an inherit risk of injury. To learn more about common injuries sustained by factory workers and how to avoid them, keep reading.OverexertionPerhaps the most common injury sustained by factory workers is overexertion. Employees working …

How much sugar do you consume in a typical day? Current dietary guidelines recommend no more than 25 grams of added sugar for women and 38 grams for women. Unfortunately, though, most people consume far more. Statistics show that the average American consumes more than 80 grams of sugar every year. Being a source of empty calories, excess sugar consumption takes a toll on your health in multiple ways. In fact, a new study has linked the sweet stuff to an increased risk of heart disease, even in …

Some 3 million workers are injured every year in the United States. While some of these injuries are minor and consist of nothing more than cuts and bruises, others are more severe and lasting. However, the tech giant Microsoft has announced new software that employers can use to protect against work-related injuries.First unveiled at Gitex Technology Week 2017, the software combines artificial intelligence (AI) with closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras to identify and mitigate risks in the …

If you want to prevent heart disease and arthritis, you should consume more broccoli and sprouts in your diet. According to a new study, these two vegetables may lower the risk of arthritis and heart disease. Researchers from Pennsylvania State University found that feeding mice broccoli with their regular diet improved digestive tolerance to leaky gut and colitis; thus, leading researchers to conclude that broccoli, as well as cruciferous vegetables like Brussels sprouts and cabbage, may p …