Safer States
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An alliance of diverse environmental health organizations & coalitions from across the nation committed to building a healthier world. 🌎 💚
Portland, OR
Joined July 2008
Plastics are toxic. We need a strong #PlasticsTreaty that: . ⬇️ Reduces plastic production and use .❌ Bans toxic chemicals .🔍 Requires transparency.🌱 Promotes non-toxic reuse systems.
🔔 From studies on food packaging chemicals found in the human body, to the harmful effects of plastic chemicals from toys to makeup, scientists continue to sound the alarm and declare that the world needs a strong #PlasticsTreaty that protects human health...Contact your
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RT @PlasticPollutes: Plastic poisons people. 🌎 As world leaders meet NOW in Geneva, Switzerland to negotiate a global #PlasticsTreaty, we n….
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RT @CleanAirMoms: Plastics contain thousands of toxic chemicals — like BPA, PFAS, phthalates, flame retardants, and heavy metals. Those che….
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RT @Mike_Schade: Toxic chemical pollution = climate-level threat. It’s fueling cancer and infertility and we’ve already crossed the safety….
theguardian.com
More than 100 million ‘novel entity’ chemicals are in circulation, with health impact not widely recognised
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RT @cleanh2oaction: Chemical pollution a threat comparable to climate change, scientists warn: More than 100 million ‘novel entity’ chemica….
theguardian.com
More than 100 million ‘novel entity’ chemicals are in circulation, with health impact not widely recognised
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RT @saferstates: This great article shows how #microplastics move from products into our food, water, and our bodies. The good news? Preve….
theguardian.com
Microplastics have been found in the placentas of unborn babies, the depths of the Mariana Trench, the summit of Everest and the organs of Antarctic penguins. But how do they travel through the...
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Learn more about what policymakers can do to address microplastics. We need bold state leadership now more than ever. 🔗 . #Microplastics #StatesInTheLead
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This great article shows how #microplastics move from products into our food, water, and our bodies. The good news? Prevention is possible! States can lead by reducing plastic use, phasing out toxic chemicals, & promoting non-toxic reuse. 💪.
theguardian.com
Microplastics have been found in the placentas of unborn babies, the depths of the Mariana Trench, the summit of Everest and the organs of Antarctic penguins. But how do they travel through the...
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RT @CleanWater_MD: Today & tomorrow! Don't miss our #ReThinkDisposable webinar to close out #PlasticFreeJuly. RSVP here! .
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RT @brkfreeplastic: The youth didn’t create the plastic crisis. But they’re the ones inheriting it. Young people are growing up in a worl….
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RT @cleanh2oaction: Yesterday, Clean Water Action testified at @EPA's National Drinking Water Advisory Council Public Meeting. Our message:….
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RT @ToxFreeFuture: Swapping out plastic containers & avoiding dust are smart ways to reduce microplastic exposure—this article has some hel….
washingtonpost.com
Microplastics are everywhere. But there are simple ways to lower your exposure.
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Plastics are toxic. We need a strong Global Plastics Treaty that:. 📉 Reduces plastic use.🚫 Phases out the most harmful plastics and chemicals.🔁 Promotes safe, non-toxic reuse.
🌍 Plastics are not just an environmental issue, they’re a public health crisis. 🩸 From the moment they’re made to the second they’re thrown away, plastics release toxic chemicals that harm our bodies and our communities. #BreakFreeFromPlastic #PlasticsTreaty #INC52
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RT @saferstates: From preventing toxic chemical exposure to defending hard-won health protections, states are showing what bold leadership….
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RT @ToxFreeFuture: PFAS in menstrual products? Unacceptable—period. Women deserve better than personal care items laced with toxic chemi….
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RT @pfasprojectnh: Thank you for helping elevate a story of hope in these difficult times for communities @EarthDay ! Hope @epaleezeldin gi….
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RT @CleanH2OPA: A new study sampled 59 different #MenstrualHygiene products & found 33% of period underwear & 25% of reusable pads had #pfa….
cnn.com
Use of environmentally conscious menstrual products are on the rise. A new study finds that some contain exceedingly high levels of toxic chemicals from plastics.
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RT @NRDC: The hotter that plastic gets, the more microplastics and toxic chemicals like phthalates get released. To be extra safe, replace….
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From preventing toxic chemical exposure to defending hard-won health protections, states are showing what bold leadership looks like. #StatesInTheLead #PFAS #Plastics. 📊 Explore key trends from this year’s legislative sessions:
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Want to know what your state is doing to protect you from toxic chemicals in personal care products? 🧴💄. Use our bill tracker to find out! . 🔗
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