Mar 26, 2020Caroline CoxChemical Industry, General Insights, Pesticide
You’ve probably heard advice about using disinfectants to clean door knobs, kitchen counters, bathroom sinks, etc. But have you wondered just what’s in those disinfectants and whether they are safe for your family? After all, disinfectants are pesticides....
Mar 10, 2020Because Health
We’re right in the middle of cold and flu season, which means we’ll try anything to avoid getting sick. The most effective way to stop the spread of viruses is to wash your hands, which is why we’re constantly washing our hands this time of year! All...
Mar 4, 2020Because Health
Making your own hand sanitizer is easier than you think! This DIY version is perfect for when you’re feeling crafty or if (in a worse case scenario) you can’t find hand sanitizer in stores. This three ingredient hand sanitizer will keep you protected from...
Mar 2, 2020Because Health
Washing your hands is the most important thing you can do to protect yourself from any viruses and other sicknesses that are going around. It’s also an important way to remove toxic chemicals like flame retardants that might be on your hands so that you...
Feb 25, 2020Because Health
We know getting kids to eat at meal times can be a challenge, and that a lot of kid-friendly dinnerware is made from melamine. Why is it so hard to find a fun kid dinnerware that isn’t made from harmful materials?! We shouldn’t have to compromise health...
Feb 25, 2020Erica Chung, MPH
Bamboo dishes — you’ve probably seen them as a healthy and eco-friendly looking alternative to plastic bowls and plates. Maybe you’ve thought about investing in bamboo dishware for their hulk-like unbreakable properties. Or maybe you love them for their...
Feb 20, 2020Karen Wang, PhD
All of these teethers are made from safe materials like stainless steel, silicone, wood, or natural rubber so your baby chews away without being exposed to harmful chemicals . Plus, we love how cute these teethers are! They’ll make for a great photo op a)...
Feb 13, 2020Because Health
We’re all guilty of just letting our teething baby chew anything they can get their hands on. What’s the harm as long as it’s not a choking hazard? A little dirt is good right? Turns out, there are some common household items that you definitely...
Feb 11, 2020Ruben Diaz
More Ways to Donate to CEH If you have questions about donating to CEH, please reach out to Shannon Bowen by phone at 510-655-3900 ext. 303 or through email at
[email protected]. CEH’s Federal Tax ID #...
Feb 6, 2020Because Health
Trying to set the perfect mood for Valentine’s Day? We’ve got you covered! Our candle roundup is a great guide to finding the perfect candle. Most candles contain paraffin wax, which is made from petroleum and use fragrance oil. And fragrance can contain a...
