Aug 21, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
of a changing climate? Smoke inhalation from wildfires and air pollution can lead to asthma, watery eyes, and coughing, as well as other long-term health impacts. We’ve also seen higher incidences of diseases like malaria, Lyme disease, and West Nile virus in...
Aug 20, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
But there are actually a ton of easy ways to make a difference! Turning the AC off (or if you have pets, up slightly higher than usual ) when you’re not at home is a great place to start! You can also close the blinds during the day to help keep your house cooler....
Aug 19, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
You’ve got climate change to thank for that. The last 5 years have been the hottest ever on record ☀️, which is why we’re seeing hotter days and longer heat waves than we’re historically used to. Make sure to stay hydrated and cool off whenever you can . Fall is...
Aug 16, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
What is your small act of love ? Let us know in the comments below. Repost: @take3forthesea
Aug 16, 2019Hannah Donart, MPH
What is your small act of love ? Let us know in the comments below. Repost: @take3forthesea
Aug 15, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
But bottling water actually has fewer regulations than tap water does . @CEH4health recently tested Starkey Spring Water (owned and sold at Whole Foods) for contaminants and found this brand contained high levels of arsenic . Link in bio for more. . . ....
Aug 14, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
They make it so easy to stay hydrated while we’re on-the-go . That’s why we’ve updated our reusable water bottle roundup to give you even more options! First up, glass water bottles. We like glass bottles because can flavor your water or even drink iced tea in them,...
Aug 13, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
Invest in a water filter! Filtering your water is an easy way to change the taste of your tap water while reducing your plastic consumption ♻️. There are a ton of different filter options too, from giant, standalone 2-gallon filters to a filter you mount on your...
Aug 9, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
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Aug 8, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
But most kids backpacks are made from synthetic materials or even harmful plastics like PVC, which contains phthalates ♀️. This is why our backpack recommendations are all phthalate free, lead free, and some are even made from recycled water bottles! Talk about a...
