Litigation: #BIC Sued Over #PFAS #Chemicals in Razors
#GetToxicsOut
https://natlawreview.com/article/pfas-litigation-bic-sued-over-forever-chemicals-razors
#GetToxicsOut
https://natlawreview.com/article/pfas-litigation-bic-sued-over-forever-chemicals-razors
The National Law Review
PFAS Litigation: BIC Sued Over ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Razors
On May 15, BIC USA Inc. was hit with a proposed class action in California federal court concerning allegations that some of its razors contain per- and polyfluoralkyl substances (PFAS), sometimes referred to as “forever chemicals.”
#Cancer, #pregnancy issues and more discussed during hearing about #PFAS #chemicals
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https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/pennsylvania/cancer-pregnancy-issues-and-more-discussed-during-hearing-about-forever-chemicals-or-pfas/article_bf32c6fa-21c1-11ef-8a90-2b9c4302c66d.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=user-share via @69News
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69 NEWS
Cancer, pregnancy issues and more discussed during hearing about forever chemicals or 'PFAS'
A State House committee is holding a hearing on banning the use of the chemicals in many consumer products.
California Assemblymember Matt Haney Introduces Bill to Ban #Cancer Causing #Chemicals in #Firefighter Gear
#PFAS #GetToxicsOut
https://goldrushcam.com/sierrasuntimes/index.php/news/local-news/57078-california-assemblymember-matt-haney-introduces-bill-to-ban-cancer-causing-chemicals-in-firefighter-gear
#PFAS #GetToxicsOut
https://goldrushcam.com/sierrasuntimes/index.php/news/local-news/57078-california-assemblymember-matt-haney-introduces-bill-to-ban-cancer-causing-chemicals-in-firefighter-gear
Sierra Sun Times
California Assemblymember Matt Haney Introduces Bill to Ban Cancer Causing Chemicals in Firefighter Gear
View Comments 2021 California Monument Fire - Engine crew battles flames Credit: USDA Assemblymember Haney’s AB 2408 will ban PFAS cancer causing “forever” chemicals from being used in firefighter gear June 1, 2024 - SACRAMENTO, CA – Assemblymember Matt Haney…
"What does bread have in common with explosives, industrial cleaners and photo-developing solution? You may be surprised to learn they’re all made with the same chemical ingredient."
#Chemicals #FoodAdditives #ChildrensHealth #GetToxicsOut #InformedChoice
https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news/2024/06/baguettes-bombs-surprising-industrial-uses-common-food-chemicals
#Chemicals #FoodAdditives #ChildrensHealth #GetToxicsOut #InformedChoice
https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news/2024/06/baguettes-bombs-surprising-industrial-uses-common-food-chemicals
Environmental Working Group
From baguettes to bombs: Surprising industrial uses of common food chemicals
What does bread have in common with explosives, industrial cleaners and photo-developing solution? You may be surprised to learn they’re all made with the same chemical ingredient.
#Chemicals from car tires are in leafy greens: study
#GetToxicsOut #Agriculture #Pollution
https://www.yahoo.com/news/chemicals-car-tires-leafy-greens-180156412.html?soc_src=social-sh&soc_trk=tw&tsrc=twtr via @YahooNews
#GetToxicsOut #Agriculture #Pollution
https://www.yahoo.com/news/chemicals-car-tires-leafy-greens-180156412.html?soc_src=social-sh&soc_trk=tw&tsrc=twtr via @YahooNews
Yahoo News
Chemicals from car tires are in leafy greens: study
Chemical additives from car tires have ended up in leafy greens, according to a new study.
FDA recalls #soda company's drinks sold at restaurants for #chemicals, dye linked to #cancer
#Recalls #RightToKnow #InformedChoice #Health #ChildrensHealth
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/2024/06/10/fda-soda-recall-charles-boggini-company-coloring-cancer/74042305007/ via @northjersey
#Recalls #RightToKnow #InformedChoice #Health #ChildrensHealth
https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/2024/06/10/fda-soda-recall-charles-boggini-company-coloring-cancer/74042305007/ via @northjersey
northjersey.com
FDA recalls soda company's drinks sold at restaurants for chemicals, dye linked to cancer
The Food and Drug Administration has issued a voluntary recall of several popular beverages produced by the Charles Boggini Company.
Bill for #PFAS #chemicals manufacturers to pay #NorthCarolina water systems advances
https://apnews.com/article/north-carolina-legislature-environment-chemicals-water-519dba1b2b6d12a966bc729e5f4d1ddf
https://apnews.com/article/north-carolina-legislature-environment-chemicals-water-519dba1b2b6d12a966bc729e5f4d1ddf
AP News
Bill for "forever chemicals" manufacturers to pay North Carolina water systems advances
An effort to order manufacturers of “forever chemicals” to help North Carolina public water systems pay for upgrades to remove contaminants that a company discharged has been renewed in the General Assembly.
Investigating Candle Toxicity: Creating Ambiance With Natural, Nontoxic Lighting
#Candles #Toxicity #Health #Safety #Chemicals #GetToxicsOut
tinyurl.com/candle-toxicity
#Candles #Toxicity #Health #Safety #Chemicals #GetToxicsOut
tinyurl.com/candle-toxicity
Research reveals toxic #PFAS #chemicals accumulate in testes
#ReproductiveHealth #Fertility #ChildrensHealth #GetToxicsOut
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/jun/22/toxic-pfas-chemicals-testes
#ReproductiveHealth #Fertility #ChildrensHealth #GetToxicsOut
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/jun/22/toxic-pfas-chemicals-testes
the Guardian
Research reveals toxic PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ accumulate in testes
Study suggests exposure to chemicals manufactured to resist water and heat likely to affect health of offspring
More than 30 Pa. schools detected toxic #PFAS #chemicals in their drinking water that exceed EPA standard
#ChildrensHealth #GetToxicsOUT
https://whyy.org/articles/pennsylvania-pfas-schools-drinking-water-central-bucks/
#ChildrensHealth #GetToxicsOUT
https://whyy.org/articles/pennsylvania-pfas-schools-drinking-water-central-bucks/
WHYY
Over 30 Pa. schools have toxic ‘forever chemicals' in their drinking water that exceed EPA standard
For the first time, Pa. schools with on-site wells have been required to test drinking water for PFAS. Some rely on private wells because they are far away from public water.
Are Plastic Water Bottles Safe? New Study Sparks Concern Over VOCs -
#Plastics #VOCs #Chemicals #Health #ChildrensHealth #GetToxicsOut
https://scitechdaily.com/are-plastic-water-bottles-safe-new-study-sparks-concern-over-vocs/
#Plastics #VOCs #Chemicals #Health #ChildrensHealth #GetToxicsOut
https://scitechdaily.com/are-plastic-water-bottles-safe-new-study-sparks-concern-over-vocs/
SciTechDaily
Are Plastic Water Bottles Safe? New Study Sparks Concern Over VOCs
Recent research indicates that sunlight-exposed plastic water bottles release harmful VOCs, necessitating safer materials and stricter regulations. A recent study explores the health hazards associated with volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emitted from plastic…
Women exposed to #PFAS #chemicals may risk shorter #breastfeeding duration
#Babies #ChildrensHealth #ChildDevelopment #GetToxicsOUT
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/jun/26/women-breastfeeding-forever-chemicals
#Babies #ChildrensHealth #ChildDevelopment #GetToxicsOUT
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/jun/26/women-breastfeeding-forever-chemicals
the Guardian
Women exposed to ‘forever chemicals’ may risk shorter breastfeeding duration
Higher PFAS exposure could cause lactation to slow or stop altogether within six months, new research finds
Commentary: Unfortunately, toxic #chemicals in #Shein products won’t be the tipping point for consumers of fast fashion
#Phthalates #RightToKnow #ChildrensHealth #InformedChoice
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/commentary/shein-buy-new-clothes-chemicals-fast-fashion-sustainability-4435071
#Phthalates #RightToKnow #ChildrensHealth #InformedChoice
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/commentary/shein-buy-new-clothes-chemicals-fast-fashion-sustainability-4435071
CNA
Commentary: Unfortunately, toxic chemicals in Shein products won’t be the tipping point for consumers of fast fashion
Environmental and ethical issues may not be the primary concern for some fast-fashion consumers. But will health risks from exposure to chemicals like phthalates be enough to change behaviour? NUS Business School’s Joe Escobedo weighs in.
Alarming Study Unveils How #PFAS #Chemicals Transfer From Mothers to Newborns -
#Babies #Breastfeeding #ChildrensHealth #ChildDevelopment #GetToxicsOut
https://scitechdaily.com/alarming-study-unveils-how-forever-chemicals-transfer-from-mothers-to-newborns/
#Babies #Breastfeeding #ChildrensHealth #ChildDevelopment #GetToxicsOut
https://scitechdaily.com/alarming-study-unveils-how-forever-chemicals-transfer-from-mothers-to-newborns/
SciTechDaily
Alarming Study Unveils How “Forever Chemicals” Transfer From Mothers to Newborns
A recent study by Fudan University found high levels of PFAS in maternal and infant sera and breast milk, indicating significant placental transfer and underscoring the need for stringent regulations to protect infants from exposure. Researchers have made…