Tag: Environmental Health
Beyond the Flu: The Single Winter Contaminant Fueling the Global Antibiotic Crisis
Every winter, we talk about the flu shot, the common cold, and keeping the family—pets included—warm and dry. We worry about viruses. But what if the single most dangerous winter...
International Week of Science The Chemical Difference That Makes Ice Melt Safe
It’s International Week of Science (observed annually, November 9-15), and while your mind might jump to rockets or CRISPR technology, we’re going to focus on a piece of everyday chemistry...
Why Your Winter Ice Melt is Tainting Your Town’s Water
The ice forms, the sidewalks become treacherous, and out comes the bag of rock salt. You’re doing your part to keep people from slipping, but have you ever stopped to...