Although it may seem like major overhauls are needed to protect the planet, small, consistent changes in how people behave ...

When one thinks about a diverse environment, indoor areas usually don’t come to mind. However, indoor environments are ripe for microorganisms, which can enter on humans and via exchanges with outdoor ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm hearing more about the exposome and the role of the environment on our health. Can you tell me more about how it is being studied? I'm worried about the future when I read about ...

My wife has tried to create a beautiful home for our family. Even when she worked full-time as a teacher, she took pains to make sure that our home was clean, well cared-for and beautiful. So it has ...

A new study reveals that conservatives tend to view sustainable actions as less impactful than liberals do. This divide is ...

Over the years, we’ve turned research, anecdotes and everyday experiences into a whole constellation of stories about the way we impact our world. Still, some voices may be missing from the ...

An anhydrous ammonia spill from an Airgas tanker truck in Weatherford sent 34 people to the hospital on Thursday. Health dangers can be critical for people exposed to the gas. Emergency officials ...

While genetics and hormones shape a person’s risk for developing breast cancer, researchers have been investigating how environmental exposures — from air pollution to chemicals — may influence the ...