Public outcry, coupled with nearly 20,000 talcum powder lawsuits, has prompted major cosmetics manufacturers to move away from talc — a key ingredient in many…
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COVID-19 Exposes America’s Desperate Need For Nursing Home Reform
By some estimates, nursing homes account for roughly 40% of deaths associated with COVID-19 in the United States. As staggering as that number is, it’s…
The Breathtaking Toll of COVID-19 on Nursing Homes
One of the many unspoken stories of the coronavirus pandemic is its impact on nursing homes. An astonishing share of COVID-19 deaths in the U.S.…
As Europe Moves to Ban PFAS, Why Can't the U.S.?
It’s now well understood that a family of man-made chemicals known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are toxic environmental contaminants. Worse? They are everywhere.…
Nearly 20,000 Lawsuits Later, Johnson & Johnson Ends Sales of Its Iconic Talc-Based Baby Powder in U.S., Canada
On May 19, 2020, Johnson & Johnson announced it will be discontinuing sales of its iconic talc-based baby powder in the United States and Canada.…
Common Bladder Medication Elmiron® Linked to Severe Vision Problems
A common prescription drug used to treat a painful bladder condition is now under fire for allegedly damaging its users’ retinas. For context, the retina…
Can Buildings Be Demolished Safely Without Asbestos Abatement?
In Detroit, the emergency demolition of houses that contain asbestos has presented researchers with an unusual opportunity for study. Normally, before renovating or tearing down…
Cancer Risk from Asbestos Inhalation Confirmed by EPA — What Happens Next?
As part of its unprecedented review of toxic substances used in America, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its draft risk evaluation for…
Is the COVID-19 Pandemic Causing a Spike in Bad Faith Insurance?
The business model for insurance is highly profitable during the good times. When disaster strikes, however, insurance companies suddenly find themselves on the hook for…
