All articles tagged with #chemical contamination
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Futurism
The article highlights the pervasive presence of man-made pollutants, including microplastics and various chemicals, in the environment and human bodies, emphasizing that these contaminants are virtually unavoidable and pose irreversible health risks.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
A cat in Fukuyama, Japan, escaped from a metal plating factory leaving behind yellow-brown paw prints leading to a vat of toxic hexavalent chromium, prompting public health warnings. The chemical can cause serious health issues, and officials are concerned about the cat's well-being. The city's environmental team has urged people not to touch the cat if spotted and advised schools to warn students about approaching any abnormal-looking cats. Social media users expressed sympathy for the feline and criticized the company for the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
A cat in Fukuyama, Japan, is missing after falling into a tank of hexavalent chromium at a metal plating factory, prompting officials to warn residents not to touch any abnormal-looking cats. The highly acidic and carcinogenic chemical can cause skin irritation and respiratory problems. The factory has alerted authorities and neighbors, and is now taking measures to prevent animals from sneaking in. As of now, the cat has not been found and may have died due to the chemical exposure.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSN-TV
A study by the Environmental Working Group found that 80% of Americans tested positive for chlormequat, a chemical linked to reproductive and developmental issues, in oat-based foods like Cheerios and Quaker Oats. The levels and frequency of detection of chlormequat have increased, suggesting rising consumer exposure. While the EPA claims no concern for human risk, the EWG urges further research and recommends choosing organic oat products. PepsiCo and General Mills, the owners of the implicated brands, have not yet responded to the findings.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KLAS - 8 News Now
A study by the Environmental Working Group found that 80% of Americans tested positive for chlormequat, a chemical linked to reproductive and developmental issues, in oat-based foods like Cheerios and Quaker Oats. The levels and frequency of detection of chlormequat have increased, suggesting rising consumer exposure. While the EPA proposed allowing the use of chlormequat in oats and grains, the EWG emphasized the need for further research on its potential health effects in humans and recommended choosing organic oat products. PepsiCo and General Mills, the owners of the affected brands, have not yet commented on the findings.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
A study by the Environmental Working Group found that 80% of Americans tested positive for chlormequat, a chemical detected in Cheerios, Quaker Oats, and other oat-based foods, with higher levels and increased detection in 2023. Chlormequat, linked to reproductive and developmental issues in animals, is not approved for use on edible plants in the U.S., but the EPA proposed allowing its use in oats and other grains. While the EPA claims no risks of concern, the EWG urges further research and recommends choosing organic oat products to avoid synthetic chemicals. PepsiCo and General Mills, owners of the affected brands, have not yet commented.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Space.com
A study has found that concentrations of potentially harmful chemical contaminants on the International Space Station (ISS) could exceed those found in dust on floors in homes across the United States and Western Europe. The research identified various organic contaminants, including flame retardants and toxic substances, in the dust collected by the ISS's air filtration system. The findings have implications for future space stations and habitats, highlighting the need for careful material choices during design and construction. The study also raises questions about the efficiency of the ISS's filtration system in removing these contaminants and the impact of ionizing radiation on their abundance in space-based dust.