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State bills show building momentum to ban toxic weedkiller paraquat
Update appended Thirteen states are weighing bills to prohibit use of the toxic weedkiller paraquat entirely or near public schools, signaling growing support for banning the chemical. Hawaii ( House...
Bang for your buck: Lip gloss
Finding a lip gloss that delivers the perfect glass-like finish shouldn't require a compromise on your health — or your budget. Whether you’re preparing for a date or just touching up your look, the...
How plugging into the sun could help Californians lower their energy bills
Californians, who face some of the highest electricity rates in the country, could get financial relief from something as simple as plugging a device into an outlet at home. Plug-in solar technologies...
Sharp rise in livestock antibiotic use threatens life-saving medications
The sale of medically important antibiotics for use in livestock surged in 2024, raising serious concerns about overuse of these medications worsening drug resistance. Antibiotics are classified as...
FDA reports over 50 PFAS ingredients intentionally added to 1,700 personal care products
Hundreds of personal care products people use every day may contain the toxic “ forever chemicals ” known as PFAS, according to a Food and Drug Administration report . As of 2024, more than 50 PFAS...
FDA deadline to ban formaldehyde in hair straighteners looms: Why it must act
In less than two weeks, the Food and Drug Administration will blow past its self-imposed deadline to finally ban formaldehyde, a cancer-causing chemical, from hair straighteners. The administration...
Congress’ scrutiny of toxic 'forever chemicals' cleanup liability puts public health at risk
As the Trump administration rolls back environmental and public health safeguards , Congress may exempt some industries from cleaning up toxic “forever chemicals,” or PFAS, pollution. The House Energy...
MAAHA: EWG’s ‘Make America Actually Healthy Again’ agenda for EPA Administrator Zeldin
After a string of disastrous decisions that will harm Americans, the Trump Environmental Protection Agency should consider dropping “Protection” from its name. Under Administrator Lee Zeldin, the...
Does your laundry shed microplastics?
Tiny bits of plastic are found nearly everywhere, from the summit of Mount Everest to the ocean floor. Are some of them coming from your washer and dryer? Microplastics are the microscopic pieces of...
Ditching older furniture can cut your exposure to some harmful flame retardants
Foam-containing furniture sitting in your home for years can be a hidden source of harmful flame retardant exposure. Removing these old sofas and chairs can lower the amount of one type of flame...
EWG to Lee Zeldin: PFAS pesticides are bad news, not ‘fake news’
Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin claims “fake news” to reports spotlighting the agency’s approval of new pesticides made with the toxic “ forever chemicals ” known as PFAS. The...
New research further highlights the harms of ultra-processed food
Four new research papers are calling attention to the rising health risks of ultra-processed foods , or UPF. Together they paint a picture of a food landscape flooded with UPF, flagging an urgent need...
Holiday helper: EWG Verified® gift ideas
With the holiday season around the corner, you may already be shopping for presents. This year, we’re sharing holiday cheer with gift ideas featuring EWG Verified® products. EWG Verified products have...
Rooftop solar lawsuit sets historic precedent holding California utility regulators accountable
For decades, California courts gave the policy decisions of state utility regulators unparalleled deference. But those choices now face strict judicial oversight, thanks to a ruling in a lawsuit over...
Bang for your buck: Moisturizers for less than $20
Winter air doesn’t just chill you – it can strip your skin of essential moisture. Skin gets drier during colder months, so you may want to level up your moisturizing routine in response. Cold, dry air...
Halloween horror led to stricter food safety law, but more progress is needed
In the fall of 1950, a Halloween nightmare unfolded. Something in candy was making kids sick with severe diarrhea and abdominal cramps . The event was a wake-up call for the Food and Drug...
Use of hair dye associated with uterine fibroids in Black women, study finds
Using hair dye may be linked to developing non-cancerous tumors in the uterus, particularly among Black women, a recent study suggests. By age 50, around 70% of women have at least one of these tumors...
Why an effective water filter matters for your home
Using a home drinking water filter is one of the most effective ways to reduce exposure to harmful contaminants, from the “ forever chemicals ” known as PFAS to arsenic, lead and more. Tap water...
Beware misleading ‘regenerative’ claims on food
Some food companies are making “regenerative” claims on their product packages or in their advertising – but these statements may not be everything they seem to be.
PFAS in drinking water: What you need to know
The Environmental Protection Agency is moving to weaken national drinking water limits on the toxic “ forever chemicals ” known as PFAS. You may be asking: With federal safeguards at risk, how can I...
