http://www.watoxics.org See us in the news! daily 1 2009-09-11T18:14:25Z http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/public-health-focus-can-save-chemical-reform-effort While Senate and House committees dig into chemical policy it is important to remember the point of reform: protecting public health. The connection between common chemicals and health problems such as infertility, cancer, learning disabilities, and autism is what has grabbed the public’s attention. It is why 22 states have passed chemical restrictions of some kind. It is why major retailers and manufactures are starting to restrict hazardous chemicals. No publisher rebecca 2013-12-13T18:35:12Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/reform-of-federal-product-safety-law-must-not-lower-state-standards You might reasonably assume that the federal government regulates and tests most of the chemicals found in our children's toys, household products, and other consumer goods to make sure they are safe. They do not. In response, states like Washington stepped up with stronger chemical safety state laws to protect consumers and the environment from the impacts of toxic chemicals. No publisher rebecca 2013-11-28T00:48:24Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/what-is-our-toxic-legacy This time of year is one of transition; back to school, the sun is setting a little earlier and rising a little later. For some of us, the Jewish High Holy days are looming very close. They arrive at a perfect time — in the midst of all of these changes. It is now that we take account of what is truly important and make adjustments accordingly. No publisher rebecca 2013-11-28T00:54:39Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/first-reports-in-wash.-state-of-chemicals-in-children2019s-products-show-toxins-common For the first time, makers of children’s products are disclosing the presence in their products of 66 toxic chemicals that are a concern to children’s health. No publisher lmikesell 2012-09-25T19:06:40Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/database-reveals-toxic-chemicals-used-to-make-toys-and-other-products Starting Monday, you can go online and find out about some of the toxic chemicals being used to make toys and products meant for children. You'll find chemicals you've never heard of, and some that you can't even pronounce. In response to a new state law, major toy manufacturers are lifting the veil and disclosing their use of chemicals identified by the state as chemicals of concern -- 66 toxic chemicals often found in toys, kids jewelry, and kids cosmetics. These include chemicals safety advocates have warned us about for years, because of potentially long-term health risks for babies and children. No publisher lmikesell 2012-09-25T19:25:42Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/washington-governor-signs-ban-on-bpa-in-baby-bottles Baby bottles and sports bottles sold in Washington state will soon have to be free of the chemical bisphenol A under a measure signed into law on Friday by Gov. Chris Gregoire. No publisher ivy BPA Safe Baby Bottle Act 2010-03-20T14:38:35Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/study-low-pesticide-levels-found-near-salmon Low pesticide concentrations, generally below levels that violate state or federal water quality standards, have been detected in five Washington watersheds where salmon are found, according to a new study. No publisher ivy 2010-03-20T14:29:15Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/bpa-baby-bottle-ban-passes-wa-state-senate The Washington state Senate approved a bill Friday to limit the sale of products made with the chemical BPA. It would apply to baby bottles, sippy cups and other children's food and drink containers. Studies of Bisphenol-A say it increases the risk of cancer, heart disease and diabetes, among other health problems. Chantal Anderson reports. No publisher ivy 2010-02-01T20:42:52Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/legislation-seeks-limited-ban-on-chemical-used-in-plastics Perhaps as early as Friday, the Washington state Senate is expected to vote on whether to fine manufacturers and retailers that make or sell baby bottles, sippy cups, and cans or jars of infant food that contain the chemical bisphenol A because of health concerns for young children. No publisher jschramm 2010-01-29T18:29:33Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/house-oks-bill-against-bpa A bill to ban the use of an industrial chemical found in food and beverage containers used by children sailed through the House on Monday on a 95-1 vote. No publisher jschramm 2010-01-26T23:22:29Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/protect-children-from-hazardous-chemicals The federal Food and Drug Administration is rethinking its approval of the chemical bisphenol A, known as BPA. The Washington Legislature should pass legislation to phase out use of the chemical in baby bottles, drinking cups and plastic tableware used by children under age 3. No publisher jschramm 2010-01-20T17:33:59Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/reversing-itself-fda-expresses-concerns-over-health-risks-from-bpa The Food and Drug Administration has reversed its position on the safety of Bisphenol A, a chemical found in plastic bottles, soda cans, food containers and thousands of consumer goods, saying it now has concerns about health risks. No publisher jschramm 2010-01-20T17:54:15Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/study-shows-toxins-present-at-birth Pregnant women are often extra careful to avoid toxic products, like certain plastics and chemicals in household cleaners. But a new study of West Coast mothers shows those efforts only go so far. Babies are born already exposed to toxins linked to serious health problems. KUOW's Liz Jones reports. No publisher jschramm 2009-11-18T18:47:10Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/laundry-waste-water-harming-puget-sound-study-says Dirty water from residential washing machines is a significant source of a toxin polluting Puget Sound, according to a study released Tuesday. No publisher jschramm 2009-10-28T23:35:35Z Press Clip http://www.watoxics.org/news/pressroom/press-clips/puget-sound-down-the-drain A new study thought to be the first of its kind suggests that we’re all walking dust bunnies whose clothes collect toxic-chemical-laden dust and, what’s worse, pollute: Every time we do a load of laundry, some of those toxins eventually wash into Puget Sound. No publisher jschramm 2009-10-28T23:36:07Z Press Clip