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Industrial PFAS chemicals have been found in the drinking water of 16 million Americans so far. Become a monthly clean water warrior donor to help us fight back against the chemical industry!Our Executive Director Laurie Valeriano is at the Washington Fire Chiefs Conference today to present on the state's new restrictions on toxic PFAS firefighting foam. Thank you Executive Director Wayne Senter for having us. We're grateful for your organization's support for protecting health.
The most telling phrase: "scientists say we should monitor people's exposure since we know so little about the compound." That pretty much sums up the backwards history of chemical regulations in the US. We need to make sure chemicals are safe BEFORE they are put on the market, not AFTER they are in our homes, bodies, and environment.
Widely used PVC plastic chemical spurs obesity, prediabetes: Study
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Little is known about the compound—but researchers say exposure is likely widespread and it could be making us fat and susceptible to diabetesIt’s a beautiful day at the Wallingford Farmer’s Market! We’re here collecting signatures urging the Department of Health to recommend a ban on toxic flame retardants called “organohalogens.” Haven’t signed yet? You can here: bit.ly/2HYvcP9
More on the USEPA meeting on toxic #PFAS chemicals in drinking water where the chemical makers got a front row seat while local communities & health advocates were largely ignored. Our Executive Director Laurie Valeriano is quoted, "It’s outrageous that the FluoroCouncil gets to play a leadership role on this issue given how they’ve contributed." Another reason states must lead & not depend on EPA to protect public health.
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Reporters from three news outlets were barred from attending.
