Under the leadership of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health has eliminated divisions and cut millions in funding for autism research, despite Kennedy’s promise to identify the causes of autism. This shift follows Kennedy’s prior silence on the dismantling of environmental protections by the Trump administration. Kennedy has also overseen the reversal of regulations on chemicals and pollution linked to autism while promoting a new research initiative, which some researchers fear will be used to manipulate data and push debunked theories on the condition’s causes.
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A concerning rise in early-onset cancers is being observed in Australians in their 30s and 40s, with some types increasing dramatically since 2000. The rise is not limited to Australia and is raising questions about the causes, with scientists investigating factors such as environmental exposures. Research indicates that changes in the environment, including exposure to plastics and chemicals, coupled with lifestyle factors like obesity and altered gut bacteria, may be contributing to the increased incidence of cancer in younger generations. The ongoing ORIGINS project is aiming to study today’s children to understand the impact of their exposome, hoping to shed light on the causal pathways of these cancers.
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Colon cancer is killing more younger men and women than ever before, according to a new report. As I reflect on this alarming information, I can’t help but draw from my own personal experiences and the comments shared by others. It is clear that this issue is affecting individuals across different age groups, backgrounds, and lifestyles. The stories shared highlight the devastating impact of this disease, taking loved ones away far too soon.
One common sentiment expressed is the frustration of being judged or blamed for the cancer diagnosis. People wonder how much sugar they consumed, how much they drank, or how many extra pounds they carried.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker