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Non-Toxic Gardening During COVID-19

May 7, 2020Ruben DiazAir, Children's Health, Environmental Justice, Food, Pesticide

During the COVID-19 crisis, many of us are spending a lot more time in our yards tending to our gardens. And why not? Most gardens give us an easy opportunity to socially distance, we’re spending days upon days at home anyway, and we literally get to see the fruits of our labor. Some are also opting to grow their food in an attempt to…

Tips to Protect Yourself from the Coronavirus and Toxic Chemicals

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....

Generation Green’s Environmental Health Tip of the Week

Feb 12, 2010Ali Geering-KlineChildren's Health, Food, Tips, Uncategorized

With all this talk and media coverage of hazardous ingredients in purses and jewelry, it’s about time that we think about making more informed choices of the consumer products we buy. These days, there are many helpful blogs with safety information and consumer...