Gray and other scientists were awakening to the potential dangers of phthalates, which were making their way into nearly ...

Synthetic products used in packaging and production causing cancer, infertility and undermining the natural world the ...

Evidence is mounting that food packaging and plastic tableware contain toxic chemicals absorbed by humans, a public health risk largely ignored by federal officials charged with protecting the ...

In 2021, James Kenney and his husband were at a big box store buying a piece of furniture when the sales associate asked if they’d like to add fabric protectant. Kenney, the cabinet secretary of New ...

Researchers discovered that 168 common chemicals can disrupt the growth of beneficial gut bacteria, with some also promoting ...

Nations must better safeguard health and reduce childhood diseases linked to exposures to toxic chemicals, according to researchers. Governments need to test and regulate chemicals and chemical ...

Food packaging can contain concerning chemicals, such as forever chemicals, but there are some steps you can take to help lower exposure. (Getty Images) Certain chemicals are leaching from food ...

The environmental impact of chemical contamination and plastic waste is well-documented. The image of plastic on our shores is etched in our memories. Yet, the complexity of the issue is often ...

The cosmetics industry has come under increasing scrutiny as researchers uncover the widespread use of “forever chemicals” (PFAS) in makeup, skincare, and personal care products. PFAS (per- and ...

Nearly 30% of reusable period products show signs of intentionally added PFAS. Researchers tested 59 items using advanced fluorine screening and chemical analysis. Safer reusable options are possible ...

Andrew J. Whelton receives funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation, U.S. National Institute for Environmental Health Sciences, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. National Institute ...