U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced they have ordered rail company Norfolk Southern to test the derailment area for dioxins, a dangerous and persistent class of pollutants.
Category: Health Problems and Chemicals
What Toxic Chemicals were Released in Ohio Train Derailment?
Vinyl chloride was the most toxic of the chemicals being transported on the train that was derailed, but there were other toxic chemicals released as well…
High PFAS Levels in Popular Smoothies: Lawsuit
Green Goodness smoothie manufacturer, Bolthouse Farms, is being accused in a new class-action lawsuit of deceiving customers about toxic PFAS chemicals in their drinks.
Rise in Penis Birth Defects and Toxic Chemicals
Healthcare professionals are seeing an alarming increase in cases of a specific genital malformation known as hypospadias in male babies. New research suggests that environmental toxins may be to blame.
Black Salon Workers have Increased Exposure to Toxic Chemicals
A new study has revealed that Black and Hispanic hair salon stylists may be at increased risk due to higher levels of various endocrine-disrupting chemicals in their urine.
Gel Manicures may Trigger Cancer: Study
Results from a new scientific study suggest that nail polish dryers that use ultraviolet (UV) light to cure gel nail polish emit potentially dangerous rays that lead to cell death and cancer-causing mutations in human cells after only just one 20-minute session.
FDA Plans to Reduce Levels of Lead in Baby Food
The FDA now has a “Closer to Zero ” initiative for reducing childhood exposure to harmful contaminants in food.
Ultra-Processed Food Increases Risk for Ovarian, Breast and Other Cancers: Study
The results from a new scientific study suggest that higher consumption of ultra-processed foods may be linked to an increase of site-specific cancers, especially ovarian cancer in women, as well as an increased risk of death.
Most Kids Use Toxic Face Paints and Body Care Products: Study
According to the results of a new scientific study, most U.S. children are using cosmetics and body care products that could contain carcinogens and other toxic chemicals.
J&J Scheme Fails, Cancer Victims Prevail
Johnson and Johnson’s plan to get out of paying cancer victims has hit the wall.
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