Environmental Medicine

Omega-3 rich salmon may help improve brain development in babies (The Kansas City Star)

9 Jul 2008

For a smart baby, eat more fish. Although fatty fish, such as salmon and tuna, are rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, in recent years the government has warned pregnant women to restrict their intake to avoid exposure to high levels of mercury.

8 Burning Questions About Sunscreens (WebMD)

9 Jul 2008

WebMD posed eight burning questions about sunscreens to experts, trying to get a consensus on how best to protect the skin from the sun's harmful rays.

How To Make Your Medicine Cabinet Eco-Friendly (Forbes)

9 Jul 2008

Buying green products is a start, but following tips for proper disposal of medications and other products can also have a major impact.