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.
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Injuries Related to Artificial Turf
Artificial turf has become an increasingly popular option for sports fields instead of natural grass. However, artificial turf comes with its own set of harms including abrasions, concussions, and musculoskeletal injuries.
Read More »NCHR Letter to Mayor Cohn and Members of the Rye City Council Concerning Artificial Turf and Playgrounds
October 16, 2019. We have been contacted by families in Rye who are concerned about the risks of artificial turf and playgrounds. We agree with them that converting grass fields to artificial turf poses unnecessary dangers to children in your community.
Read More »Protein Powders May Be Doing More Harm than Good
Protein powders often contain hidden ingredients and dangerous contaminants. Here’s what you need to know about the risks.
Read More »Girls and Sports
The American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Sports Medicine and Fitness recently published a review of the research and information about female athletes. The article summarizes information about eating disorders, menstrual problems, and bone mineral density.
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