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The Toxic Consequences of the Green Revolution
By Daniel Pepper -
Nation & World
- July 7, 2008
In India, farmers find that benefits of pesticides and herbicides may come at a tragically high cost.
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Your Shower Curtain Might Be Bad for You
By Adam Voiland -
Health
- June 12, 2008
How to avoid potentially harmful compounds given off by the plastic
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How to Limit Your Exposure to Phthalates
By Adam Voiland -
Health
- May 7, 2008
Various small measures can reduce your phthalate load.
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More Problems With Plastics
By Adam Voiland -
Health
- May 7, 2008
Like BPA, chemicals called phthalates raise some concerns.
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As Retailers Drop BPA, Baby Bottles Get New Scrutiny
By January W. Payne -
On Medicine
- April 22, 2008
A mother considers tossing them all; can little Kendall make it to sippy cups first?
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Controversial Plastic Chemical Is in Canned Food, Too
By Adam Voiland -
Health
- April 18, 2008
Bisphenol A is used in the liners of some cans that keep food from spoiling.
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Study of Chemical in Plastic Bottles Raises Alarm
By Deborah Kotz -
Health
- April 16, 2008
Government report opens door for regulation of bisphenol A, found in baby bottles and hard plastics.
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Michigan State Swim Team Suffers Chemical Burns
By Alison Go -
The Paper Trail
- January 8, 2008
Chemicals in a pool caused dry skin, redness, and irritation—and later, hair loss and skin burns.
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Clean Your Cleansers
By Katherine Hobson -
Nation & World
- December 20, 2007
50 Ways to Improve Your Life in 2008: Buy healthier cleaning products
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