School Cleaning Supplies: Plenty Toxic But Very Fixable
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Posted by Lisa Frack, The Environmental Working Group
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Need a “HEALTHY” Home Makeover? It’s possible!
Thursday, February 05, 2009
Posted by Becca Singer
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If you've seen it, then you've probably teared up in disbelief, delight, and too many deep emotions to talk about on a Sunday evening. Yes – we're speaking of ABC's EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION!
Right now, Healthy Child Healthy World is seeking a family "in dire need" to join us in a possible collaboration with Extreme Makeover: Home Edition for a charitable opportunity in either Los Angeles or New York.
The World’s Greenest Homes Features Bear Creek Dome
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Posted by Healthy Child
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The Discovery Channel HD Cable show Planet Green has a fantastic segment focusing on The World's Greenest Homes. This show is a wonderful resource for tips on creating a healthier environment in your home as well as a glimpse inside the pioneers behind some of today's most innovative and intentional architecture and design.
Dreaming Green
Five years ago, when my husband and I made the decision to dive into the world of green design with a gut renovation of a long-neglected Manhattan townhouse, we knew we were taking a leap of faith. Although we both had long been devoted to healthy living (way before that was mainstream), eco-friendly design was something new for us. But when we learned that we could make our home healthier for our children by building green, as well as do the responsible thing for the planet, we felt sustainable design was the only choice worth making.
Lead, Synthetic Turf Fields, and False Reassurance
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Posted by Dr. Alan Greene
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The CDC issued an advisory on June 18, 2008, alerting consumers about the danger to children from lead on some (not all) synthetic turf fields – especially for young children on older fields with visible wear or dust. This advisory is still in effect. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) speedily conducted their own evaluation of synthetic turf fields and announced on July 30, 2008 that “young children are not at risk from exposure to lead in these fields,” and that “none of these fields released amounts of lead that would be harmful to children.” While I appreciate the CPSC’s attempt to answer the lead question quickly, I vigorously disagree with the announcement they made based on the testing they did. It’s a disservice to parents of young children.
You Ask, We Answer: Is Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) safe for babies?
Friday, October 17, 2008
Posted by Janelle Sorensen
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Cindy Asks:
Babies put everything in their mouths so I am concerned about the foam ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) that is used for the interlocking foam tiles commonly used for baby/toddler play areas. Do you have any information about the safety of this substance? Thank you.
Indoor Air Quality
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Posted by Dr. Alan Greene
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Creating a healthy home by reducing toxins and improving indoor air quality can have a direct effect on whether your child develops asthma. And in families already affected by the condition (as many as 10% of American children have asthma), the choices you make when purchasing home furnishings and cleaning agents can be as important as medicine in preventing attacks.
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Melinda Gray
Melinda Gray completed her Master of Architecture at UCLA Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Planning in 1982. A licensed architect in the state of California, she has more than 15 years experience with small and large scale projects in the Los Angeles area. Her experience includes the design of sound studios, stages, and offices, retail stores, a medical diagnostic clinic, UCLA hospital renovations, a preschool renovation, … Read More »
