Chemicals, pollution … and cancer.

Nov. 12, 2011   Leave a Comment  

Most researchers now agree that environmental factors -­ including exposure to chemicals and pollution -­ play a significant role today in determining who gets cancer and who doesn't. (Thinkstock)

President urged to take action

Healthier cleaning products

Oct. 8, 2011   Leave a Comment  

If you’re interested in cleaning greener, there are many sources of natural cleaning recipes online. Or check out the cleaning products aisle at your local natural food store, where you will find a wide range of cleaning formulations safe for your health and the environment. Pictured: Earth Friendly Products' “Safeguard Your Home” retail pack. (Media credit/Earth Friendly Products)

Easy on the bleach, folks

EarthTalk: Weeds? Plastic bags?

April 16, 2010   1 Comment  

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EarthTalk looks at weed killers and bag bans

EarthTalk: Forest fire chemicals? Energy drinks?

March 31, 2008   Leave a Comment  

Dear EarthTalk: How safe are the fire retardants that are used to quell forest fires across the American West? – Barbara, Minneapolis, MN So-called long-term fire retardants-those usually dropped from airplanes over forest fires-are comprised of water mixed with a slurry of chemicals, thickeners and corrosion inhibitors designed to prevent plants on the ground from [...]