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Hexavalent Chromium is a chemical used paints, textile dyes and anti-corrosion coatings. People are exposed to Hexavalent Chromium everyday. Hexavalent Chromium has been classified as a known carcinogen by the federal, state and international health agencies. The EPA based the extensive evidence from occupational studies. Once Chromium enters human cells it causes DNA damage and mutation. Who Is Exposed To Hexavalent

Dursban, also known as chlorpyrifos, is an organophosphate pesticide that kills insects by attacking their nervous system.   If ingested by humans, it can result in neurological injuries in children, birth defects, and other illnesses. The chemicals in this nerve toxin were first developed in the 1930’s by the Nazi regime as chemical weapons. This toxic chemical was one of the

All pesticides are equally harmful to humans whether they are mild or severe. Dursban does not only affect humans, but wildlife as well. Pigeons, ducks, and robins are most affected by the toxic chemical with duck’s exposure harming birth rates and adversely affecting the health of ducklings. Adverse Reactions to Dursban The first chemical injury associated with Dursban was reported

Dursban, also known as chlorpyrifos, is an extremely toxic pesticide that was once widely used in the U.S. This highly toxic chemical was used in pesticide sprays for residential and institutional use, including the sprays used by exterminators as well as in residential settings for lawn care and termite treatment. The Agreement On June 8, 2000 the EPA announced an

Hydraulic Fracking or “Fracking” is the process of drilling and injecting fluid into the ground at a high pressure in order to fracture shale rocks to release natural gas inside. Fracking has been a controversial subject for quite some time now due to the hazardous chemicals injected into the earth. Seismologists, earth scientists, have warned that performing this kind of

Having clean water is essential for our environment, wildlife, and human health.  However, water pollution is at a high with chemicals, pesticides, metals and other contaminants in our water supplies. According to Beyond Pesticides, the EPA estimates that over 50 pesticides are known surface or groundwater contaminants. This month the EPA finalized a settlement to restore no-spray buffer zones, an

It has been estimated that about 70 percent of processed foods in the supermarket contain genetically engineered ingredients. A number of studies show over the past decade, genetically engineered foods are a risk to humans, domesticated animals, wildlife and the environment. The environment cannot possibly benefit from genetically engineering crops in agriculture. The use of genetically engineered crops leads to

Do you know what’s in your water?  Hazardous wastes are poisonous byproducts of manufacturing, farming, city septic systems, construction, automotive garages etc. Hazardous waste like heavy metals, radiation, and other toxins come in any form whether it be solid, liquid or sludge. Improper disposal of these toxins can lead to serious health effects for humans and wildlife. Improper Disposal Of

Virginia residents have a lot to be concerned about when it comes to air quality.  According to the EPA’s annual Toxic Release Inventory, five facilities located in Virginiareleased a total of 2.9 million pounds of toxic pollutants into the air in 2012. What Cities in Virginia Are Effected? According to the list “Top 15 Localities With the Highest Toxic Air

How safe is your lawn? 78 million households in the United States use home and garden pesticides to treat their lawns. However, doctors are concerned about the lasting effects that long term exposure to these chemicals may have on individuals. Joe Holland has been in the lawn care business for over 30 years, which requires him to be around a variety

During the 1960’s DDT, a commonly used pesticide for insect control was discovered to be toxic to humans and wildlife. As a result, farmers and landscapers turned to a chemical called Methoxychlor, which was considered a safe alternative to DDT. Now, new research argues that exposure to the pesticide could cause diseases three generations later in offspring who were never

Monsanto, described on their website as a “sustainable agricultural company”, has been merging a toxic pesticide into the DNA of corn to create a particle that kills any insect that ingests it. Bacillus thuringiensus(Bt), a soil bacterium that is commonly used as a biological pesticide, has been merged with corn genes. What Is The Significance Of this Pesticide? There really

How many different self care products and toiletries do you use each day?  Products like toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, lotion etc. are used daily by people across the country. However, not even a handful of those people know what it is being absorbed into their bodies. Even the more health conscious people, who only buy organic products, are being blindsided.

According to a paper published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health environmental scientists say, many of the synthetic chemicals that are involved in packaging and storing the food we eat can leak and potentially harm our long term health. Although exposure to these chemicals is low, some of them are regulated and many of us have been eating

In reference to a report by The U.S. Department of Justice, Japan’s Bridgestone Corp agreed to plead guilty and pay $425 million in criminal fines for its role in a conspiracy to fix prices on certain automotive parts. This investigation has collected more than $2 billion in fines and 26 companies including Bridgestone have pleaded guilty or agreed to plead

General Motors has initiated yet another recall pertaining to their Chevrolet Cruze vehicles after stopping shipments to dealers without explanation. GM reported that they are recalling 172,000 Cruzes due to the faulty right front-axle shafts that may fracture and separate without warning during normal driving. GM also recalled 490,200 pickup trucks and sport-utility vehicles in separate actions. The company stated

According to Graco’s website 3.7 million car seats are being recalled. The recall has affected 12 models of car seats produced between 2009-2013. The models include the following: Toddler Convertible Car Seats Cozy Cline Comfort Sport Classic Ride 50 My Ride 70 My Ride 65 with safety surround Size4Me 70 My size 70 Head Wise 70 with safety surround Ready

Earlier this month the results of a six-year study measuring water purity of the   Columbia River were announced.  The Columbia River basin comprises of 260,000 square miles, from its headwaters in British Columbia, Canada, to its mouth at Astoria, Oreg, bordering Washington and Oregon.  The study analyzed water samples downstream from the Bonneville Damn, located in Portland Oregon. According to

Fraud is one of the more serious criminal offenses with which a person can be charged.   In many cases fraud is financially driven because it can provide a profit for the assumed perpetrator. What Is Fraud? Essentially, fraud can be considered a misrepresentation and intentional deception by one person onto another for either personal gain or to damage the alleged

Any company that defrauds the federal government can be held accountable under the False Claims Act (FCA). The FCA imposes liability on persons or companies who defraud governmental programs furthermore this law includes a “qui tam” (pronounced “kee tam” or “kwee tam”) provision. What Is A Qui Tam Lawsuit? Qui tam lawsuits allow individuals who have knowledge of a person,