Apr 28, 2021Valerie Gallardo-Buenrostro
Even though it’s still spring, we are already dreaming about summer lawn games, BBQs, and playing catch with the kids outside. And for many Americans, a nice blanket of green grass in the backyard is just the perfect setting for all these summer memories. If...
Oct 23, 2020Because Health
Sometimes we take tap water for granted. If it comes out of our tap it has to be safe, right? Unfortunately, that’s often not the case. While our water treatment plants do a great job filtering out the obviously toxic stuff, harmful chemicals like lead,...
May 28, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
Summer always feels like a great time to tackle a few DIY projects. Long days and warm weather inspire us to be renovation weekend warriors! But if your building was built before the 1980s there’s probably a good chance lead paint is somewhere in your home....
Jul 19, 2019Erica Chung, MPH
Whether you’re painting your new house, or just giving your home a makeover, the satisfaction of a good paint job is SO real (hello to a new area of the house that is now instagrammable!). However, during the painting process, let’s be real, the paint...
Jun 10, 2019Stephanie Brinker, MPH
Whether you’re inspired by a recent Etsy binge or are a Weekend Warrior who practically lives at Home Depot, DIY projects can be super fun and fulfilling. Before you get started on your next project, we have some tips on what chemicals to avoid, the safety...
