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fromWIRED
5 months ago

The EPA Will Likely Gut Team That Studies Health Risks From Chemicals

EPA's reorganization risks dismantling the crucial IRIS program, vital for chemical risk assessments.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Calls for government to crack down on chemicals and metals found in period products

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
Public health
Public health
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago

Home Remedies: Removing Mold

Mold grows from ubiquitous spores in moist environments, can damage structures and health; control requires moisture management and cautious cleaning to avoid toxic fungicides.
Environment
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

A treaty to end plastic pollution is still out of reach - that's not necessarily a bad thing

Delegates from 184 governments failed to reach a global treaty to address plastic pollution after debating hazardous chemical phase-outs and plastic production limits.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

Don't Throw Out Those Old Measuring Cups - Use Them In The Garden Instead - Tasting Table

Dedicated measuring cups for gardening chemicals prevent cross-contamination and ensure accurate application.
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months ago

EPA Decides to Reconsider Ban of Asbestos

Last year the Environmental Protection Agency, under President Joseph R. Biden, adopted a ban on the use, manufacture and import of chrysotile asbestos.
US politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Trump Shutters Federal Agency That Investigates Industrial Chemical Explosions

The potential shutdown of the Chemical Safety Board poses serious risks, as it would leave communities vulnerable to chemical accidents and weaken investigations into safety standards.
SF politics
SF politics
fromTruthout
6 months ago

Secret California Court Settlement Deal Set to Weaken Crucial Oil Refinery Rules

The Chevron refinery fire in Richmond was preventable, highlighting flaws in safety protocols and regulations.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

From soap operas to new hobbies, check out these podcasts

New podcasts highlight scientific inquiries into psychedelics and a community's struggle with chemical safety following a BioLab incident.
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