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They Don't Play FairToday we asked the Department of Ecology to take immediate action to classify chlorinated Tris (TDCPP) as a chemical of concern for children. Please add your name to the petition telling the Department of Ecology now is the time to add TDCPP (chlorinated Tris) to the list of chemicals of concern for children.
There's More To Your FloorIf you have kids in the house, you know there’s more to your floor than just a pretty surface to walk on—it’s a primary play space for kids. Certain types of flooring can put children at risk for toxic exposures, so when it’s time to remodel, choosing a flooring material that won’t jeopardize indoor air quality and is easily cleaned is important to maintaining a healthy home. Here are some selection tips to help you shop. Chemical Industry Tactics Hit New LowsOn Saturday, while sitting at my computer waiting to take my son to baseball practice, I was stunned to read that the main “expert” who opposed our Toxic-Free Kids Act had actually fabricated stories about burn victims in testimony to elected officials in other states—and been caught in the act by the Chicago Tribune. I am used to seeing the powerful chemical industry spend millions of dollars to protect widespread use of their chemical products, but the use of outright deceit marks a new low in their practices. Are You Watering Your Organic Garden With Lead?Ah, springtime! After a long dreary winter, it’s nice to get outside in the sun and start working in the garden. But did you know the hose you use to water that organic lettuce might be spouting lead and BPA as well? New testing of gardening tools by Healthystuff.org has revealed some alarming data. Top 10 Tips For Healthy FoodCurrent research shows it’s more important than ever to choose foods wisely for your family to reduce exposure to chemicals found in food processing, pesticides, and industrial pollutants that end up in the food chain. Follow these tips for dishing up healthy, delicious food at your table. GiveBIG To WTC On May 2nd!GiveBIG is coming up on May 2! Our goal is to raise $10,000 to protect health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Can we count on your support for our community’s biggest giving day of the year? Toxic-free Kids Act Campaign PartyPlease join the Washington Toxics Coalition board and staff as we toast the Toxic-Free Kids Act and celebrate our partners, volunteers and donors who made it possible. Avoiding Chemical CuisineParents in a hurry might be tempted to rely on the convenience of processed food: pre-sliced and pre-packaged, ready to quickly toss into little hands for eating on the go. We’ve all heard the saying “you are what you eat,” and current research shows it’s more important than ever to choose foods wisely for your family. Scientists believe the single largest source of exposure to the hormone disruptors phthalates and bisphenol A is diet, likely by contamination through industrial food processing and packaging. A Note From The Field: We Had Fun On the Toxic-Free Kids CampaignIt was such a bittersweet end to the 2012 legislative (regular and special) session - we were so close to passing the Toxic-Free Kids Act!! Even though it didn’t pass, what we’ve accomplished this year is nothing to shrug at. We went the distance in protecting kids from chlorinated Tris – taking on the well-funded industry lobby, nasty efforts by a front group, and even an intense snow storm! The Toxic-Free Kids Act Fails To Clear Final HurdleAfter a long and hard-fought campaign, we're sad to report that the Toxic-Free Kids Act failed to pass the Washington State Legislature in the waning hours of special session this week. Unfortunately, now kids are left to sit and lay on toxic flame retardants for another year. BPA – You’re Going To Be Eating It Awhile LongerThe federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just served consumers a heaping helping of bisphenol A (BPA) by refusing to ban the hormone-disrupting chemical in food cans and other food packaging. Document Actions |
