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CEH Still Finding Lead in Women’s Handbags and Wallets

Jun 21, 2012Maggie YoungChildren's Health, Tips

Women’s style magazines and designers’ ad campaigns have been heralding the “must-have” accessories of this fashion season: bright wallets, bold purses, and colorful clutches. Right now, the handbag sections of stores are packed with shades of lemon, lime, mustard,...

Don’t Miss the Toxies- this Sunday, June 24th, 4pm!

Jun 20, 2012Ali Geering-KlineChemical Industry, Children's Health, Energy, Flame Retardants, Laws & Regulations, Tips

The 3rd Annual Toxies–a satirical red carpet awards ceremony for toxic chemicals and pollutants–is this Sunday! This year will be better than ever, with new categories and chemical nominees, and a brand new celebrity host- D.W. Moffett, from ABC...

EPA & Joe Chemical Move to Act on TSCA Reform

Jun 14, 2012Ansje MillerChildren's Health, Laws & Regulations, Uncategorized

Be still my beating heart. The EPA is actually considering regulating chemicals under the law that was put in place in the 1970’s to regulate chemicals: Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Most environmental lawyers don’t even bother looking at TSCA...

It’s a Couch, It’s a Baby Stroller, It’s…Toxies Nom Halogenated Flame Retardants!

Jun 12, 2012Ali Geering-KlineChemical Industry, Children's Health, Flame Retardants, Laws & Regulations

If you’ve been keeping up with the recent Chicago Tribune exposes on killer chemical flame retardants, then you’re already familiar with 2012 Toxies Nominee Halogenated Flame Retardants. She’s a killer hiding behind a mask of good intention. Relaxing in...

Get to Know the 2012 Toxies Nominees!

Jun 6, 2012Ali Geering-KlineChemical Industry, Children's Health, Environmental Justice, Flame Retardants

The 2012 Toxies Nominees are out! Meet this year’s nominees below, and make sure to vote for the People’s Choice Award! Winners in each category will be announced on June 24 at the Toxies in Los Angeles. RSVP now or host a satellite viewing party with livestream of...

Mrs. Brune Goes to Washington – My Story from the Stroller Brigade

Jun 4, 2012Mary BruneChildren's Health, Environmental Justice, Laws & Regulations

Crossposted from Making Our Milk Safe (MOMS) blog. On May 22nd, I traveled to Washington D.C. to participate in the National Stroller Brigade for Safe Chemicals. It’s difficult to put into words how it felt to be surrounded by hundreds of other people (mothers, cancer...

Greenwash of the Month: The High Price of Spring Cleaning

May 31, 2012Ali Geering-KlineChildren's Health, Tips

Believe it or not, there are many risks that can come with cleaning your home. Cancer-causing chemicals or fumes from cleaning products are released into the air, affecting indoor air quality, and accidental spills can cause serious skin rashes or burns. Last month,...

How to Host a Toxies Viewing Party in Style!

May 24, 2012Ali Geering-KlineChildren's Health, General Insights, Tips

Want to watch the Toxies, but don’t live anywhere near Los Angeles? Don’t worry, you can still get in on the action by hosting a Toxies Viewing Party at home with friends and family! Already, dozens of Toxies fans across the country have signed up to host...

The Toxic Turf Times, Vol. 2

May 21, 2012Aimee DewingChildren's Health, Tips

Thanks for picking up Volume 2 of the compelling story of CEH’s quest to end the threat of lead exposure for anyone who plays on artificial turf. In case you missed Volume 1, Iron Man teamed up with Captain America and Thor to save the Hulk from his aggressive...

CDC Makes Welcome Decision to Protect Kids from Lead Poisoning!

May 18, 2012Caroline CoxChildren's Health, Laws & Regulations

The leading public health agency of the federal government, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) just made a welcome decision to protect children from lead poisoning. Responding to a decades-long effort by health advocates and physicians, the CDC says...