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Rachel Becker CalMatters Se han descubierto contaminantes conocidos como “químicos permanentes” en el pescado de la Bahía de San Francisco en niveles que podrían representar una amenaza para la salud de las personas que consumen pescado capturado allí, según una nueva investigación publicada hoy. Vinculadas a diversas afecciones de...
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Rachel Becker CalMatters Contaminants known as “forever chemicals” have been discovered in San Francisco Bay fish at levels that could pose a health threat to people who eat fish caught there, according to new research published today. Linked to an array of health conditions such as cancers, heart disease and...
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A new government study estimates nearly half of the nation’s tap water has at least one type of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals,” which may cause serious health issues. That’s leading to renewed calls to eliminate these substances. The findings, issued this week by the...
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Suzanne Potter California News Service SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Lawmakers in California have introduced a first-in-the-nation bill to ban toxic chemicals in makeup and other cosmetics sold in drug stores and elsewhere in the state. Currently, it is legal for companies to sell cosmetics containing dangerous chemicals as long as...
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EarthTalk Chemical drain clog removers do contain some pretty harmful stuff. The three main types available to consumers—caustic, oxidizing and acid—work by using harsh chemicals that heat up clogs to melt the congealed grease impeding the outflow. All three are acutely toxic to humans and animals if swallowed, and...
Rachel Becker CalMatters Se han descubierto contaminantes conocidos como “químicos permanentes” en el pescado de la Bahía de San Francisco en niveles que podrían representar una amenaza para la salud de las personas que consumen pescado capturado allí, según una nueva investigación publicada hoy. Vinculadas a diversas afecciones de...
Rachel Becker CalMatters Contaminants known as “forever chemicals” have been discovered in San Francisco Bay fish at levels that could pose a health threat to people who eat fish caught there, according to new research published today. Linked to an array of health conditions such as cancers, heart disease and...
A new government study estimates nearly half of the nation’s tap water has at least one type of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals,” which may cause serious health issues. That’s leading to renewed calls to eliminate these substances. The findings, issued this week by the...
Suzanne Potter California News Service SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Lawmakers in California have introduced a first-in-the-nation bill to ban toxic chemicals in makeup and other cosmetics sold in drug stores and elsewhere in the state. Currently, it is legal for companies to sell cosmetics containing dangerous chemicals as long as...
EarthTalk Chemical drain clog removers do contain some pretty harmful stuff. The three main types available to consumers—caustic, oxidizing and acid—work by using harsh chemicals that heat up clogs to melt the congealed grease impeding the outflow. All three are acutely toxic to humans and animals if swallowed, and...