The results of a new federal analysis were drawn from studies conducted in other countries, where drinking water contains ...

Silver fueled the rise of the Roman Empire. But the ancient process of mining and extracting silver was also making the air thick with lead, scientists found.

"A 2 to 3 points lower IQ doesn't sound like much, but when you apply that to the entire European population, it's quite a ...

Baby food labels will disclose levels of lead and other toxic heavy metals via QR codes, thanks to a California law taking ...

The agency issued final guidance that it estimated could reduce lead exposure from processed baby foods by about 20% to 30%.

Lead pollution might sound like a modern problem, but people were subjected to significant levels during antiquity, too.

Opponents of a huge lithium mine under construction in Nevada want U.S. officials to investigate whether the project already ...

Thanks to an infusion of state and federal funding, Minneapolis is expanding a program to provide free lead pipe replacement, starting with high-priority neighborhoods.

Insulin resistance can lead ... of table sugar you use in prepared meals, baked goods, and beverages. Check the nutrition facts labels and ingredient lists when you grocery shop. Opt for water ...

Increased protein levels in your urine result from problems with the filtering units in your kidneys, called glomeruli. These are tiny blood vessels that allow water and waste to pass through but ...

There is no safe level of lead in drinking water, and it has devastating health consequences, including developmental impacts in our growing children. Concerningly, Wisconsin is estimated by the ...