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The Pollution in People: Flame Retardants in Gymnasts
A new study bolstered evidence that gymnasts are highly exposed to fire retardant chemicals in landing mats and foam cubes in landing pits used to practice tumbling and vaults.
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FDA Investigating Hair Care Products Linked to Balding But Can't Stop Sales
EWG first reported last December that more than 17,000 users of WEN cleansing conditioners had complained to the manufacturer about losing some or all of their hair after using the products.
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California Slaps Health Warning Label on Popular Weed Killer
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DIY Solutions for Your Toughest Laundry Stains
A child's laundry basket is home to an assortment of stains, spots, strange colors and unwelcome odors. But most stain removers on the market contain hazardous ingredients and make questionable claims...
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High Rates of Bladder Cancer Linked to Arsenic in Drinking Water
The recent crisis in Flint, Mich., sounded the alarm on the dangers of lead contamination in drinking water. Now there's potentially more bad news for the nation's water supply.
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Today’s Secret Ingredient: Traces of Toxic Plastic Chemicals
So you've thrown out your vinyl shower curtain and only buy fragrance-free cosmetics to avoid phthalates? Bad news – toxic plastic chemicals are still sneaking into the food you eat.
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Study Links BPA to Attention Disorder in Kids
Children with high levels of the chemical bisphenol A in their bodies were more likely to have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder than those with lower levels of the chemical, according to a...
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High Rates of Bladder Cancer Linked to Arsenic in Drinking Water
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Manure in the Mist: Hog Hell Permeates Duplin County, N.C.
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Will GMO Labeling 'Win' Be Undermined by Loopholes?
For a variety of reasons, EWG does not support the Roberts-Stabenow legislation to establish mandatory, federal labeling of genetically engineered food. That said, we are grateful to many members of...
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Jury Cites DuPont for Malice in Teflon Chemical Trial, Awards $5M to Cancer Victim
A federal jury ordered DuPont to pay more than $5 million to an Ohio man who alleged he contracted testicular cancer from drinking water contaminated with a toxic chemical formerly used to make Teflon...
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Eat More Color
There are lots of reasons to load up on deeply pigmented fruits and vegetables, but for me, the best reason is that it makes me happy! We feel invigorated and energized just looking at brightly...
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How Crop Subsidies May Make You Fat
A new study shows that bloated crop subsidies may be contributing to Americans' expanding waistlines and poor health.
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Do the Chemicals in Your Sunscreen Damage Fragile Coral Reefs?
For 10 years, EWG has evaluated sunscreens based on how well they protect against skin cancer and whether they have ingredients that could harm your health. But there's another risk worth...
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How to Mix Your Baby’s Formula with Safe Water
One in every four American newborns consumes formula from birth. Around two-thirds of these babies drink some formula by the time they are three months old.
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This July Fourth, Pick Your Cookout Meat Wisely
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Scientists, Health Professionals Urge Action to Protect Children from Toxic Chemicals
Today, a distinguished group of 50 scientists, health professionals and advocates called for urgent action to protect children from the harmful effects of toxic chemicals.
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In Florida, Toxic Algae Mars the ‘Treasure Coast’ and Waylays Beachgoers
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15 Tips to Keep July Fourth Celebrations Fun and Safe
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