17
Apr
Nanosponges could one day suck toxins right out of your veins
Engineers say the microscopic ‘sponges’ could absorb everything from E. coli to rattlesnake venom.
17
Apr
Nanosponges could one day suck toxins right out of your veins
Engineers say the microscopic ‘sponges’ could absorb everything from E. coli to rattlesnake venom.
07
Apr
Is this refinery to blame for toxic smells in New Orleans?
An investigation into complaints of bad smells and resultant side effects has revealed a wastewater leak at Chalmette Refinery.
21
Mar
Erin Brockovich town still has toxic water
For the California town whose poisoned wells became a Hollywood story, a happy ending was only in the movies.
28
Nov
Toxic couches? Flame retardants on the rise in furniture, study finds
The use of flame retardants in furniture has been linked to health issues in young children and pregnant women.
16
Sep
Easy ways to avoid everyday toxins
Help keep your family healthy by avoiding the germs and chemicals often found in public places, fresh produce and common products.
11
Sep
Motherhood inspires Jessica Alba to set up new Internet firm
The star says that becoming a mom compelled her to create The Honest Company devoted to nontoxic, environmentally-friendly products for families.
10
Jul
5 surprising everyday things that are toxic
Creepy chemicals are becoming so persistent that even items labeled ‘nontoxic’ and ‘all-natural’ can harbor harmful compounds.
07
May
Lead in your garden hose? Study finds high levels of toxic chemicals in gardening gear
HealthyStuff.org finds ‘concerning’ levels of chemicals such as BPA, lead, bromine and phthalates present in 70 percent of common gardening products tested for a new study.
25
Apr
5 surprising everyday things that are toxic
Creepy chemicals are becoming so persistent that even items labeled ‘nontoxic’ and ‘all-natural’ can harbor harmful compounds.
17
Feb
Retrofitted coffee grounds can absorb toxic gases
While the coffee grounds compound was successful in eliminating odors and gases, it would take a large amount of grounds to be useful.
