"Congress to FDA: Prove Bisphenol A Safe, or Ban It"
"In food safety bill, the House gives the FDA a deadline to prove Bisphenol A is safe, or restrict its use in products used by pregnant women, and young children."
Source: Daily Green, 08/04/2009
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"More D.C. Kids Had Elevated Lead Than Stated"
"More than twice as many D.C. children as previously reported by federal and local health officials had high levels of lead in their blood amid the city's drinking water crisis, according to congressional investigators, throwing into doubt assurances by those officials that the lead in tap water did not seriously harm city children."
Source: WashPost, 08/04/2009
"Chemicals Can Turn Genes On and Off; New Tests Needed, Scientists Say"
"A National Academies workshop examined the evidence of epigenetic effects and considered whether the thousands of chemicals in use today should be tested for them. Some pollutants and chemicals don't kill cells or mutate DNA. Instead, they may be more subtle, muting genes or turning them on at the wrong time, which can lead to diseases that are passed on for generations. Asthma in New York City children exposed to traffic exhaust is an example, experts say."
Source: EHN, 08/03/2009
"F.D.A. Deems Mercury Level in Fillings Safe"
"Silver dental fillings containing mercury are safe for use by adults and children ages 6 and above, the Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday."
Source: NYTimes, 07/29/2009
"'Dead Zone' Smaller But More Severe: NOAA"
"The 'dead zone' in the Gulf of Mexico, an area choked by low oxygen levels that threatens marine life, is smaller than expected this year but more deadly, the government said on Monday."
Source: Reuters, 07/28/2009
"History-Making Landfill Do-Over In Washington County"
"Hazardous 3M trash buried decades ago in Washington County is being dug up and will be reburied with a protective lining."
Source: Minneapolis Star Trib, 07/28/2009
"IV Tube Chemical Linked To Preemie Liver Woes"
"A chemical [DEHP] used in many plastic products and already under scrutiny for potential health risks is suspected of raising the risk of liver problems in premature babies, according to a new study."
Source: AP, 07/28/2009
"Organic Movement Sprouts New Crop of Farmers"
"A growing interest in sustainable food is luring children back to their parents' farms."
Source: Fresno Bee, 07/27/2009
"Chemical Drift a Growing Concern for Rural Residents"
Drifting clouds of sprayed agricultural pesticides often harm the crops of nearby farmers. Even kids are sprayed. Regulation, typically done by states, is often ineffective.
Source: Peoria Journal Star, 07/27/2009
"Consumer Products Could Be Major C8 Source, Study Says"
"Everyday consumer products such as stain repellants and paper coatings may be a 'significant source' of the toxic chemical C8, according to a new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency study."
Source: Charleston Gazette, 07/24/2009
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