New study links lower IQ in children to exposure of their mothers to PBDE flame retardants while pregnant. Several states, including Washington, have banned these flame retardants in children's products and electronics. However, these chemicals remain in our homes and environment.
Flame retardants linked to lower child IQ
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Increased exposure among pregnant women to a class of flame-retardant chemicals found in older furniture and other everyday consumer products is linked to lower IQs in their children, UCSF researchers...
We can't buy our way out of the problem of harmful chemicals in our bodies, homes, communities, and environment, writes our Executive Director Laurie Valeriano. We need to demand that companies clean up the products that contain chemicals that can make us sick and that policymakers stop harmful chemicals from being used in the first place.
You Can't Shop Your Way Out of Toxic Chemicals | Toxic-Free Future
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You may have seen the big news: hormone-disrupting chemicals called phthalates found in macaroni and cheese and other cheese products. The story was huge in print, TV (we appeared on KOMO to discuss t...
Looking for a child care provider who will reduce your child’s exposure to toxic chemicals?. Make sure you ask these questions when searching for a new child care provider.
We really enjoyed our visit to Ecobalanza Modern Artisan Furniture last week. Our staff learned all about how the company makes beautiful furniture without harmful chemicals. Thank you Ecobalanza for your commitment to creating a healthier future!
The back-to-school sales have begun, but make sure you take a look at some of our tips as you look for new styles with your kids.
Toxics in my T-Shirt? | Toxic-Free Future
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Are you buying back-to-school clothing to replace the worn out and the outgrown? Under the Children’s Safe Products Act, toxic metals, phthalates and formaldehyde were reported to the Washington Sta...
