EPA said they would decide about vinyl chloride this fall. EPA needs to start the process of banning vinyl chloride ASAP-before time runs out.
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Toxic Vinyl Chloride in Children’s Toys Must Be Banned
Lessons from Hosting a Podcast on Plastics and Petrochemicals
Moms Clean Air Force intern Osasenaga Idahor, created the podcast “A Plastic People: Petrochemicals, Climate Change, and Our Health. LISTEN HERE!
A “Silent Killer” Grips The Nation: Moms Make News
Read the latest news from Moms Clean Air Force staff and members in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas.
Moms Are in Washington to Tell EPA to Ban Vinyl Chloride
Moms Clean Air Force and our partners went to EPA Headquarters in Washington, to call on the agency to ban the toxic chemical vinyl chloride, and spread word about the dangers of vinyl chloride to human health.
Keep Vinyl Chloride Out of Communities
EPA has the authority to ban vinyl chloride under the Toxic Substances Control Act. PVC plastic is used in all kinds of household items, from flooring to shower curtains to pipes to window frames. But there are safer alternatives to this plastic available, and it’s beyond time that EPA protect us.
Methylene Chloride: An Unreasonable Health Risk
EPA is considering a rule to ban the extremely toxic chemical methylene chloride. Moms Clean Air Force supports this rule and urges EPA to strengthen it. Learn more…
“A New War on Cancer” Focuses on Prevention, Especially for Children
A new book, “The New War On Cancer: The Unlikely Heroes Revolutionizing Prevention,” is highly recommended by our reviewer because it focuses on preventing cancer by limiting exposure to certain toxic chemicals.
Earth to Mom: Keep Going. Keep Fighting. Keep Loving.
Happy Earth Month! Take a look at how and why Earth Day came to be, and where we are today.
PVC “Worst of the Worst” Plastic Pipes Threaten Health
A new report from Beyond Plastics on the perils of PVC pipes warns against their use for drinking water. The timing is critical; The Biden administration and Congress have provided $15 billion to municipalities that need to replace their lead service lines, old pipes that deliver drinking water to homes, schools, and businesses.
What You Need to Know About Dioxins
Dioxins are a group of highly toxic industrial pollutants. They are mostly produced during processes that involve petrochemicals, like the manufacturing of pesticides and plastics. They’re also produced when paper gets bleached with chlorine. Babies and children are particularly vulnerable to dioxin exposure.
Ask Mom Detective: Are Polyester and Polypropylene Rugs a Safe Choice for My Family?
Are polyester and polypropylene rugs a safe choice for families? Our Mom Detective weighs in on indoor air pollution, microplastics, and alternatives.
East Palestine Mom Tells Senate Residents Don’t Feel Safe: Moms Make News
Read the latest news from Moms Clean Air Force staff and members in Arizona, Michigan, New Mexico, and Ohio.