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community study

Aurora's East Colfax: A Test Case for Environmental Fairness

January 17, 2026

In a move to tackle environmental injustice, Colorado is putting a spotlight on Aurora's East Colfax neighborhood. This area will be the first in the state to undergo a detailed study on how pollution, scorching heat, and other environmental factors are affecting the health and daily lives of its re

health

Smoke Signals: How Much Do Locals Know About Secondhand Smoke?

May 30, 2025

In the bustling Meung district of Songkhla Province, Thailand, a recent effort was made to understand how much people know about the dangers of secondhand smoke. This effort was not just about counting numbers. It was about digging deep into people's minds to see what they truly understand about the

health

Can a Lifestyle Change Slow Down Dementia?

May 21, 2025

A recent study looked into whether a mix of activities could help older folks in Japan with health issues like high blood pressure or diabetes. The goal was to see if this mix could slow down memory loss and other thinking problems. The study took place over a year and a half in a single apartment c

environment

Snails and the Seasons: A Moisture Mystery

April 9, 2025

Snails might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about the Atlantic Rainforest. However, they play a crucial role in the ecosystem. The Sooretama Biological Reserve in Southeastern Brazil is home to a variety of these small creatures. Researchers spent two years studying the snai