October 5, 2022: “The updated warning gives parents clear advice on how to avoid the possible hazards of using bouncer seats. In addition, making the safety standard mandatory will help ensure widespread compliance by manufacturers.”
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NCHR Letter to Members of the Board of the Los Gatos Union School District on Artificial Turf and Playgrounds
April 18, 2022: NCHR Letter to Superintendent Paul Johnson and Members of the Board of the Los Gatos Union School District regarding the health risks posed by artificial turf and playground surfaces.
Read More »Helping Your Child Develop a Healthy Microbiome
Research is underway about how the microbiome develops in children. Research suggests that babies born vaginally have different microbiomes compared to babies born via caesarean section (C-section). This article focuses on ways to promote microbiome development in children, describing when there is good research evidence (such as breastfeeding) and when we don’t yet have enough research evidence (such as fecal matter transfers and vaginal seeding procedures).
Read More »C-Section Birth Associated with Numerous Health Conditions
Numerous recent research studies suggest that babies born via C-section are at higher risk for developing medical conditions. In this article, we will summarize recent research and provide you with information you can use to make informed health decisions.
Read More »Children and Athletes at Play on Toxic Turf and Playgrounds
Is your child playing on rubber instead of grass at the playground? The use of human-made surfaces on playgrounds has increased dramatically over the years. Developed during the 1960s primarily for athletic fields, these artificial surfaces were also part of a strategy to provide children with more opportunities for outdoor physical activity, particularly in the inner city where outdoor playgrounds were scarce.The first artificial turf (marketed as “Chemgrass”) was made of plastic, yet looked a lot like natural grass.
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