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EWG News Roundup (1/17): Asbestos in Children’s Toys, Nitrate in Minnesota’s Drinking Water, Cosmetic Safety Reform in California and More
EWG News Roundup (1/17): Here's some news you can use going into the weekend.
EWG News Roundup (10/9): Nitrate Contaminates Water in California’s Majority-Latino Communities, Members of Congress Rake in Farm Subsidies and More
This week EWG released an analysis showing that in California's majority-Latino communities, 5.25 million people drink tap water contaminated with nitrate at levels at or above the federal limit.
Pouring It On
EWG News Roundup (6/25): Nitrate Contaminates Farm Country Drinking Water, $10 Billion Settlement in Monsanto Weedkiller Case and More
This week, EWG released an analysis of nitrate contamination of drinking water, largely caused by polluted runoff from crop fields, across 10 states, affecting more than 20 million Americans. The...
This July Fourth, Pick Your Cookout Meat Wisely
How to Avoid 5 Food Additives that Harm Children’s Health
In a groundbreaking move this week, American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Environmental Health warned of the risks chemical food additives pose to children's health.
EWG Investigation: Across Farm Country, Nitrate Pollution of Drinking Water for More Than 20 Million Americans Is Getting Worse
In much of America's farm country, nitrate contamination of drinking water, largely caused by polluted runoff from crop fields, poses a serious health risk – and the problem is getting worse...
Ask an Expert: Your Questions Answered by Curt DellaValle, Ph.D., Senior Scientist
EWG News Roundup (6/14): Nitrate Pollution of U.S. Tap Water Could Cause 12,500 Cases of Cancer Each Year, Monsanto’s Weedkiller Still Contaminates Foods Marketed to Children and More
EWG News Roundup (6/14): Here's some news you can use going into the weekend.
EWG water atlas reveals nitrate, phosphorous water pollution in four Upper Mississippi Basin states closely aligns with fertilizer use on cropland
Serve up fresh food from the grill – without toxic chemicals
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.
Rate Your Plate: Three Things for Your Memorial Day Picnics and Barbeques
Memorial Day is right around the corner, and picnic season is in full bloom. That means lots of people are fixing fruit salads, readying the spinach dip and putting together sandwiches full of cold...
Rate Your Plate Series: Food or Food-ish?
If you're reading this, you probably don't want to eat mystery chemicals. And you'd like to eat food, not food-ish stuff full of synthetics. But which food chemicals are most important to avoid? EWG's...
Hosting for the holidays without serving up toxic chemicals
New Guide Warns of ‘Dirty Dozen’ Food Additives
Environmental Working Group today published a new Dirty Dozen Guide to Food Additives designed to help people figure out which additives to avoid and why.
Tips for a healthy and safe Memorial Day holiday weekend
It’s Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial beginning of summer. As you get ready to spread the picnic blankets, fire up the grills and enjoy the warm evenings, EWG has useful tips for helping you and...
Decoding Meat and Dairy Product Labels
Most animals raised for meat, milk and eggs are on industrial farms that contaminate our air, soil and water. These farms rely heavily on antibiotics and other synthetic treatments to boost outputs, and combat diseases caused by stressful, crowded and unsanitary conditions. Weak bacteria are killed, leaving behind the most resilient and hard to kill — so-called “superbugs.” These bacteria are
Farm Pollution Doubles the Risk of Several Cancers
Pollution in Minnesota's drinking water has gotten worse in recent years, but no one wants to call out the industry responsible. It's been the primary source of water pollution for decades, making...
Nitrogen Fertilizer's Toll: Not Just Dead Zones
Report: Suspected Carcinogen from Farm Runoff Fouls Drinking Water Across Rural America
Drinking water supplies for millions of Americans in farm country are contaminated with a suspected cancer-causing chemical from fertilizer, according to a new report by the Environmental Working...
Nearly 100 Cancer-Causing Contaminants Found in U.S. Drinking Water
Five Healthy Meats for Your Holiday Table (Plus Two To Avoid)
Labor Day Made Fun and Safer With EWG
Does your family head to the beach for Labor Day? Host friends and family for a barbecue? Whatever your particular tradition, EWG has you covered when it comes to marking the end of summer safely and...