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Sixteen potentially harmful metals can be found in tampons sold by two dozen unique brands, a new study finds, highlighting concerns about exposure for people who use them.

The heat, scent and smoke of a grill are among the most welcome signs of summer. But that aromatic food can come with a side of toxic chemicals.

Congress can improve health protection for military service members, their families and civilian workers at Department of Defense facilities by passing the fiscal year 2025 National Defense...

Almost 25 years after Baz Luhrmann’s song urged people to wear sunscreen for long-term protection, many people are still failing to do so – and they’re putting themselves at greater potential for harm...

There’s much to dislike about the House Republican farm bill – like taking food out of hungry childrens’ mouths while potentially exposing their bodies to more pesticides and supporting companies that...

People aren’t exposed to chemicals one at a time from a single place or product. They’re exposed to combinations, or mixtures, of chemicals from several sources.

Protecting yourself from the sun is one of the most important things you can do for your skin’s appearance and health at any age. This summer, consider investing in your health by choosing from our...

Summer is fast approaching, and this time of year no duo is more iconic than hot, sunny weather and frozen, creamy desserts or tart, icy popsicles. But many people don’t realize that a sugar rush or a...

With the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS regularly grabbing headlines these days, you may be wondering what these chemicals mean for you. After all, these chemicals, found in a vast array of...

Even in an industry notorious for wildly underestimating costs, reviled California utility Pacific Gas & Electric may be setting a new standard with its latest price tag of almost $12 billion to keep...

A rare window is opening for public health advocates to push the Environmental Protection Agency to rethink how it assesses the health risks of five neonicotinoids – insecticides that EWG and others...

What does bread have in common with explosives, industrial cleaners and photo-developing solution? You may be surprised to learn they’re all made with the same chemical ingredient.

Lavender is having a moment: It seems as if every coffee place is touting its wisteria-colored lattes, with Starbucks alone rolling out three lavender drinks this spring.

Summer is here, which means it's also mosquito and tick season. As all 50 states reopen, more Americans are spending time outdoors and will need protection from bug bites.

Girls are starting to menstruate earlier and their cycles are taking longer to become regular than in previous decades, according to a recent peer-reviewed study . The trend disproportionately affects...

There’s plenty to dislike about the farm bill proposal the House Agriculture Committee will consider this week, including its Department of Agriculture funding cuts and problematic provisions that...

Most of the foods and drinks the average American consumes may be making them sick.

Here we go again: House Republicans are trying to rig subsidy programs to benefit Southern farmers. Their proposal would raise price guarantees for commodity crops in the upcoming farm bill, mostly to...