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New United Nation Report Acknowledges Hazards for Children

Christopher Gavigan
Monday, July 30, 2007

UNITED NATIONS, July 29 - A new report by the U.N. World Health Organization (WHO) says that environmental hazards are
responsible for the deaths of several million children
every year.

Green, Clean Flooring Options

Healthy Child
Monday, July 30, 2007

Phthalates in Hair Spray, Perfume, Deodorant?

Dina Goda
Monday, July 30, 2007

Phthalates, a group of hormone-disrupting chemicals used to soften plastics, have been found in many common beauty and personal care products. Pregnant women are the most at-risk, because phthalates can enter the womb and expose the fetus during critical periods of development.

A Search Engine that Saves Energy?

Christopher Gavigan
Friday, July 27, 2007

Powered by Google, Blackle was created on the premise that a black, as opposed to a white, computer screen saves a significant amount of energy.

Which Insect Repellant is Right for Your Kids?

Healthy Child Healthy World
Friday, July 27, 2007

DEET is the longest lasting insect repellent, according to one study, but its safety for children is a concern. Here we list tips on choosing a repellent and how to minimize risks associated with DEET.

Pesticides in Your Home

William Baue
Friday, July 27, 2007

Look in your cupboards, in your basement, under the bathroom sink. Chances are you’ll find a pesticide of one sort or another – a can of insect repellant, a bottle of weed killer, a box of rat poison, some flea shampoo for the dog.

Pesticides in Rentals and Condominiums: No More Pesticides at Home

Jonah Paisner
Northwest Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides
Thursday, July 26, 2007

Even as a renter, you have a right to reject the use of dangerous pesticides in or around your home.

New Life for Old Floors: Alternative Materials Add Character to Home Designs

Orna Izakson
E/The Environmental Magazine, Volume XV, Number 2
Wednesday, July 25, 2007

When updating a home, one of the best things you can do for your health and your property value is to get rid of that dusty, allergen-trapping old carpet. But then what? There’s a dizzying array of flooring options. But thinking ecologically can help you narrow the field to something that’s right for your home, your values, and what’s left of your money.

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