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Not Too Pretty

Toxic chemicals linked to birth defects are being found at alarming levels in women of childbearing age.
Loopholes in federal laws allow manufacturers to add phthalates to popular cosmetics and beauty aids. Tests have shown these chemicals can damage the lungs, liver and kidneys, and seriously harm the developing testes of male offspring.
» Read more... | Published July 10, 2002

Beauty Secrets

Does a common chemical in nail polish pose risks to human health?
A consumer alert on beauty products that contain dibutyl phthalate (DBP), a chemical coming under growing scientific scrutiny because of high levels found in reproductive age women and possible risks of birth defects.
» Read more... | Published November 28, 2000

The Inside Story: 3M and Scotchgard

"Heroes of Chemistry" or a 20-year coverup?
On May 16, 2000, 3M announced that it would phase out the main chemical in Soctchgard by the end of 2002 because of concerns that the chemical had been detected broadly at extremely low levels in the environment and in people.
» Read more... | Published March 18, 2000

Judicial Integrity

Conflict of Interest Charge Clouds Prospects for Judicial Nominee With Penchant For Anti-Environmental Junkets
» Read more... | Published January 1, 2000

Mercury Falling

An Analysis of Mercury Pollution from Coal-Burning Power Plants
Coal-burning power plants are the single largest source of mercury pollution, and the only major source the government does not regulate.
» Read more... | Published November 1, 1999

The Other Clean Air Rule

This time EPA fails to protect public health
A forthcoming EPA rule does not do enough to stop hospitals from contaminating food and our environment with mercury, dioxin, and other highly toxic contaminants that blow out of hospital incinerators nationwide.
» Read more... | Published July 31, 1997
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