National Cancer Prevention Month 2025 February is National Cancer Prevention Month. Cancer prevention is the action taken to lower the risk of getting cancer. There are multiple ways to reduce the risk of getting cancer including maintaining a healthy lifestyle, avoiding cancer causing substances, and taking medicines or vaccines that prevent cancer from developing. The […]
Smartwatch Bands Contain High Levels of PFAS Chemicals
Smartwatch Bands Contain High Levels of PFAS Chemicals Smartwatch and fitness tracker bands can contain high levels of PFAS forever chemicals that can be absorbed through the skin. A University of Notre Dame Study checked for PFAS, or markers of the substances, in 22 common brands. They were detected in 15 of the brands and […]
Benzene Exposure and Blood Cancers: Understanding the Risks
Benzene Exposure and Blood Cancers: Understanding the Risks Benzene is a highly toxic chemical widely used in industrial processes and found in gasoline, cigarette smoke, and various household products. It is classified as a known human carcinogen by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). Among the […]
The Role of Benzene in Steelmaking: Environmental and Health Implications at Clairton Coke Works
The Role of Benzene in Steelmaking: Environmental and Health Implications at Clairton Coke Works Benzene plays a significant role in the steel industry, particularly in facilities where coke, a critical ingredient in steelmaking, is produced. While benzene is a byproduct of the coking process, its presence raises environmental and public health concerns due to its […]
Shell Cracker Plant Pollution Harms Locals
Shell Cracker Plant Pollution Harms Locals A 60-year-old woman lives near the Shell Pennsylvania Petrochemical Complex, which is a plant that cracks ethane, a byproduct of natural gas, to make millions of tons of plastic each year. The plant became operational in 2022. She was excited for the prospect of jobs, but this excitement faded […]
Dynarex Baby Powder Recall: Potential Asbestos Contamination Raises Alarms
Dynarex Baby Powder Recall: Potential Asbestos Contamination Raises Alarms Dynarex Corporation recently announced a recall of its Dynacare baby powder due to potential asbestos contamination. The recall was triggered following a routine sampling program by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which discovered the contamination in products distributed earlier this year. This issue has […]
Addressing Asbestos Water Contamination in Brockway Borough
Addressing Asbestos Water Contamination in Brockway Borough The residents of Brockway Borough, Pennsylvania, are facing a pressing issue with their water supply following the discovery of asbestos fibers. This contamination has raised significant concerns about the safety of the drinking water and has led to both public apprehension and heightened efforts from local officials to […]
East Palestine Residents Want More Time to Decide to Accept Settlement
East Palestine Residents Want More Time to Decide to Accept Settlement Some East Palestine, Ohio residents want more time to decide to accept their share of a $600 million settlement with Norfolk Southern over last year’s train derailment. It is not clear whether the judge will rule on the motion before Thursday’s deadline for people […]
Johnson & Johnson Proposes Settlement with Talc Supplier
Johnson & Johnson Proposes Settlement with Talc Supplier Johnson & Johnson is proposing a settlement with mining companies Cyprus Mines Corporation and Imerys Talc America. If approved, Johnson & Johnson would pay $225 million and then an additional $280 million before the end of 2025. Imerys Talc America was once a subsidiary of Cyprus Mines […]
The EPA Set Limits for PFAS in Drinking Water
The EPA Set Limits for PFAS in Drinking Water For the first time, the Environmental Protection Agency established exposure limits for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in drinking water. The substances, also known as PFAS, are called forever chemicals because they don’t degrade and are nearly impossible to destroy. This leads to them lingering permanently in […]