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Events
Course: Plastics, microplastics, and human health
The Physician and Scientist Network Addressing Plastics and Health (P-SNAP) is holding an online course on Tuesdays from Oct. 6 to Nov. 24 geared to...
Lou Guillette, Jr. Outstanding Young Investigator Award
Due Sept. 30! HEEDS is accepting applications for the 2026 Lou Guillette, Jr. Outstanding Young Investigator Award. Sponsored by Healthy Environment...
Plastics and human health symposium
The third annual symposium on plastics and health will be held at NYU and streamed online on Sept. 22-23, 2026. The event will focus on individual...
Webinar: Glyphosate science: cancer, neurotoxicity & endocrine disruption
This Oct. 6 webinar features Dr. Daniele Mandrioli, who will discuss recent findings from the Global Glyphosate Study, and Dr. Lianne Sheppard will...
Policy and Regulations
Leaked memo shows how U.S. aims to weaken global limits on plastic pollution
A memo reviewed by The Washington Post, circulated by U.S. diplomats, comes as negotiations over a plastics treaty reach a critical point.
The Washington Post
Study finds PFAS destruction gap widens as regulators tighten forever chemical limits
A new report warns that widely used PFAS treatments only concentrate the chemicals, not destroy them, as EU and U.S. limits tighten sharply.
Smart Water Magazine
Opinion: Congress must renew Toxic Substances Control Act fees
When I learned asbestos was only truly restricted in 2024 when new uses were banned under the reformed TSCA, I was speechless, yet grateful there is...
Daily Independent
Amara’s Law made Minnesota the strictest state on PFAS
As the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency narrows its definition of PFAS and approves new PFAS-containing pesticides, Minnesota is moving in the...
Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder
Endocrine Disruptors in the News
How growing up in ‘Chemical Valley’ inspired French lawyer to sue industry she used to work for
Hélène Duguy is taking on companies accused of failing to stop PFAS pollution in the area of France she calls home.
The Guardian
Parents warned about 'cute' squishy toys as Amazon removes counterfeits containing lead and phthalates
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warns parents about counterfeit squishy toys that may contain hazardous substances such as lead and...
Fashion Times
How hormone-disrupting chemicals in everyday products can affect your thyroid and health
Dependent on a delicate hormonal balance, the thyroid gland is adversely affected by ultra-processed foods, among other artificial interventions in...
The Conversation
Are there hidden PFAS in your outdoor gear?
Your outdoor clothing performs on the trails, but what is its impact on your health and the planet? James Witts meets the innovators aiming to tread...
Countryfile
New Science
Personal care products are awash in unlabeled toxic chemicals, study finds
Even products labeled ‘eco,’ ‘green,’ or ‘natural’ can contain dangerous compounds including PFAS.
Locusts can smell PFAS, MSU researchers find
A team of researchers at Michigan State University have found that locusts can distinguish PFAS by smell, a discovery that could potentially be used...
WLNS
Beauty influencers drive 40% jump in teen chemical exposure, Rutgers finds
A Rutgers University study finds teens who watch beauty tutorials use 40% more personal care products, raising their phthalate and paraben body...
Tech Times
Chemicals in plastics may be linked to high blood pressure during pregnancy
Phthalates found in plastics and personal care products may be linked to higher blood pressure during pregnancy, a study suggests.
Femtech World
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