Topic: environmental health

Study Links Autism To Environmental Factors: Here’s Why You Should Care

Newsrooms were slow over the holiday, but one headline that stood out this weekend was all about a new study linking autism to environmental factors. Before you close this window because you’re not autistic, don’t know anyone who’s autistic, or don’t have kids who could be autistic, continue reading: You should have more than a passing interest in this study. It’s caused a big shift in thinking about factors that cause autism, convincing many that it’s not just genetics, but environmental factors that could be at fault for the disease. While they aren’t sure exactly which environmental factors are linked to autism, I think the study provides a modicum of hope for anyone who faces health problems (which means all of us, at some point or another). More »

Is Your Floor Making You Sick?

You’ve used low-VOC paint, non-toxic household cleaners, and even bought a pricey air purifier for your house, but according to a recent study, your toxic floors could be canceling out your good deed. The consumer protection group HealthyStuff.org recently conducted tests on vast numbers of home improvement products, including over 1,000 samples of flooring, and found that many popular flooring types contain toxic chemicals and additives that have been linked to serious health problems. More »

Could Your Faucet Kill You? Watch for Lead Exposure In Your Sink

Lead exposure is widely recognized as a serious environmental health threat, and it turns out your kitchen faucet is one of the most likely places you’ll get it. Though most of us have learned to look for lead-free products, the … More »