Tag: toxic chemicals
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Film Exposes Dangers of Flame Retardant Chemicals
Chemical flame retardants are everywhere. They are in everything from our curtains and carpet to our couches, toys and kid’s pajamas. Unfortunately, these chemicals don’t stop fires. They do, however, get into our bodies and make us sick. These chemicals are linked to lower IQ in children, thyroid disease, infertility, cancer and other health problems. But under…
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Groundbreaking Report Exposes Chemicals Linked to Cancer in Feminine Care Products
A new report to be released tomorrow by Women’s Voices for the Earth (WVE) details how the feminine care industry sells products containing unregulated and potentially harmful chemicals, including preservatives, pesticides, fragrances and dyes. The report, Chem Fatale, kicks off a campaign that will target Proctor & Gamble, makers of Tampax and Always, to disclose…
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How to Reduce Exposure to Toxic Dust Inside Your House
Sure, dust in your house is annoying. But did you know it could be toxic? One study by the Silent Spring Institute identified 67 hormone-disrupting compounds in household dust tests, including flame retardants, home-use pesticides and phthalates. [caption id="attachment_310854" align="alignnone" width="502"] Industrial chemicals like flame retardants, pesticides and heavy metals lurk in dust bunnies. Photo credit:…
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How to Reduce Exposure to Toxic Dust Inside Your House
Sure, dust in your house is annoying. But did you know it could be toxic? One study by the Silent Spring Institute identified 67 hormone-disrupting compounds in household dust tests, including flame retardants, home-use pesticides and phthalates. [caption id="attachment_310854" align="alignnone" width="502"] Industrial chemicals like flame retardants, pesticides and heavy metals lurk in dust bunnies. Photo credit:…
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Sean Penn’s ‘The Human Experiment’ Reveals the Toll of Toxic Chemicals
Actor Sean Penn is the force behind a new major documentary called The Human Experiment that aims to raise awareness about toxic chemicals that are in everyday products. Narrated by Penn, the film tells the personal stories of people who believe their lives have been affected by chemicals and takes viewers to the front lines as activists go…