Epidemiology,Faculty

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Study Links Common Chemicals to Preterm Births in Puerto Rico

New Research from John Meeker and Kelly Ferguson

Scientists seeking answers to what is behind high rates of preterm birth in Puerto Rico have found an association between exposure to chemicals commonly found in many consumer products and a shorter duration of pregnancy and increased risk of preterm birth.

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IN THE NEWS: Prevent Sick Days From School

New Contribution from Joe Eisenberg

Nearly 22 million school days are lost annually due to the common cold, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.