The results of a new scientific study demonstrated that consumer products release more than 5,000 tons of chemicals inside our homes and workplaces that are known to cause cancer, adversely affect sexual function and fertility in adults or harm developing fetuses.
Chemical Watch Blog
BPA is a Health Risk, says Europe
In a new re-evaluation of the health effects of food chemical BPA, European Health Safety Experts (EFSA) have concluded that dietary exposure to bisphenol-A (BPA) is a health concern for consumers across all age groups. EFSA’s experts identified potentially harmful health effects of BPA on the immune system.
Plastic Food Containers Causing Weight Gain: Study
The findings from a new scientific study suggest that chemicals linked to weight gain are present in numerous types of plastic food wrappers and containers and are migrating into the food we eat.
Drinking Water Violations Database
Databases for US EPA drinking water violations.
EPA Gets Tough with Toxic Chemical Plants
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed this week that chemical plants nationwide measure certain hazardous compounds that cross beyond their property lines and reduce them when they are too high.
Johnson & Johnson Wants to Settle Out of Court with Talc Cancer Victims
The Johnson & Johnson (J&J) corporation has proposed a settlement with cancer victims from their talc products.
Toxic PFAS Chemicals Found in Canada’s Food Packaging: Study
Scientific researchers have discovered toxic PFAS chemicals in Canadian food packaging.
Chemicals in Feminine Hygiene Products may Trigger Preterm Birth: Study
The results of a new scientific study suggest that chemicals from personal care/feminine hygiene products may play a role in causing spontaneous preterm births.
DOJ, EPA Sue Norfolk Southern Over Toxic Cleanup from Train Derailment
The U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have filed a legal complaint against Norfolk Southern for the train derailment that spilled hazardous chemicals in East Palestine, Ohio.
Toxic PFAS Chemicals may Reduce Fertility: Study
A new study has revealed that women with PFAS chemicals in their blood might experience difficulty becoming pregnant.
