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Endocrine Disruptors and Health Effects in Africa: A Call for Action
Conclusion:
To address the many challenges posed by EDCs, we argue that Africans should take the lead in prioritization and evaluation of environmental hazards, including EDCs. We recommend the institution of education and training programs for chemical users, adoption of the precautionary principle, establishment of biomonitoring programs, and funding of community-based epidemiology and wildlife research programs led and funded by African institutes and private companies. https://doi.org/10.1289/EHP1774
Received: 16 February 2017
Revised: 22 May 2017
Accepted: 24 May 2017
Published: 22 August 2017
Address correspond...
Source: EHP Research - August 23, 2017 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Daniil Lyalko Tags: Commentary Source Type: research
Working long hours 'increases stroke risk'
Conclusion
This systematic review with meta-analysis aimed to assess the association between long working hours and the risk of developing heart disease and stroke.
Overall, the study found longer working hours above 55 hours a week was linked to a third increased risk of stroke. The link with heart disease was weaker.
It also found the influence of long hours on heart disease risk was higher for those of lower socioeconomic groups than it was for those of intermediate or high socioeconomic groups.
This study has several strengths. This includes the large overall sample size and the inclusion of both published a...
Source: NHS News Feed - August 21, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Lifestyle/exercise Neurology Source Type: news