San Francisco and Washington state ban PFAS in food packaging
Thanks in large part to our research, San Francisco and Washington state recently issued bans on food packaging containing harmful PFAS chemicals.
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Whether it’s tracking toxic chemicals in drinking water or uncovering new mechanisms by which they trigger breast cancer, we publish updates about our work throughout the year.
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Silent Spring Institute pushes back on EPA’s “transparency” rule
In comments submitted to EPA, Silent Spring takes aim at a new policy that would severely limit the science the agency considers when setting limits on toxic chemicals in our air and water.
Cape Cod study offers free private well testing for drinking water contaminants
Barnstable County residents invited to have their private well water tested for harmful PFASs
Hair products for Black women contain mix of hazardous ingredients
First study to measure range of hormone disrupting chemicals in products used by Black women.
EPA’s new rules under TSCA put public health at risk: Here’s what Silent Spring is doing about it
We continue to put EPA on notice by highlighting the impact of environmental chemicals on women’s health, specifically on breast cancer. Five of the first 10 chemicals EPA has prioritized for review under TSCA are mammary carcinogens.
New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof gets tested for toxics
Nicholas Kristof of the New York Times shines a spotlight on the variety of hazardous chemicals we're all exposed to through everyday products.
Engaging high school students in environmental health: A young scientist makes an impact
The goal of the project is to help high school students reduce their exposures to endocrine disrupting chemicals while providing them with leadership skills to promote healthier environments at home and in their communities.
Exposure to environmental chemicals is an important risk factor for breast cancer
Comprehensive review of human studies from past 10 years reveals strength of evidence.
Victory! Federal panel takes action on class of flame retardants
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) voted in favor of removing an entire class of flame retardants from children’s products, mattresses, upholstered furniture, and electronics, representing a victory for public health.
Air quality in “green” housing affected by toxic chemicals in building materials
Findings could lead to healthier homes, especially for low-income groups living in subsidized housing.