From Toxic Dust And Algae To Ill Winds From Africa
Toxic dust: Toxins in coal-tar-based sealcoats in parking lots may be the culprit in contaminated house dust, according to a USGS study. PAHs – or polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons – are large molecules found in oil, coal and tar deposits, and can have toxic effects. It’s long been known that PAHs are often found [...]
American Lung Association Welcomes Proposed Sulfur Dioxide Health Standard
Statement of Charles D. Connor, American Lung Association President and CEO The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed new limits on the toxic air pollutant sulfur dioxide in the outdoor air. This health standard has not been revised since 1971. The American Lung Association welcomes this long overdue action and urges EPA [...]
Children's Climate Forum
Who 160 children, between 14 and 17 years of age, from 44 developing and industrialized countries around the world. When November 28 – December 4, 2009. Where Copenhagen City Hall, Copenhagen. What The official Children’s Climate Forum is organized by UNICEF and the City [...]
Senate Democrats Brace For Heavy Health Reform Work
The Hill reports that “Democratic leaders sent out a notice Monday morning alerting senators that when the chamber returns to session after the Thanksgiving holiday, ‘roll call votes could occur at any time during the day and evening, with weekend sessions likely.
Source:Senate Democrats Brace For [...]
UNFPA Report Highlights Relationship Between Family Planning, Women's Health And Climate Change
“Providing access to contraception for 215 million women, mainly in developing countries, would help to stabilize population growth and significantly reduce the effects of climate change,” according to a report released Wednesday by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Nature News reports (Gilbert, 11/18).
Source:UNFPA Report Highlights Relationship Between Family Planning, Women's Health And Climate Change