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REI: Tell PFAS to Take a Hike
Nearly every person has PFAS in their bodies. These chemicals stay in our bodies for years and don’t break down in the environment. Studies have
December 23, 2022
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Protected: LD and Breast Cancer have More than October in Common
October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that exposure to some toxic chemicals have been linked to both
October 30, 2022
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National News
Don’t Bug Me: Choosing Safer Bug Repellents
It’s summertime and for many people that means more time outdoors. People aren’t the only ones that come out more in the summer though. Insects
July 13, 2022
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How to Keep Your Family Safe in the Sun this Summer
Who doesn’t want to be in the sun right? Sun provides vitamin D and is a boost to our moods. Those are both very good
May 26, 2022
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National News
REI Should be a Leader in the Fight Against Toxic Pollution
Instead, there’s a toxic secret hiding in some of it’s stylish gear. There are about 9000 PFAS chemicals and LDA is concerned about all of
May 19, 2022
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Prenatal exposure to alcohol can cause Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) which is a significant cause of both learning differences and behavior problems. While
February 10, 2022
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Advocacy
Baby Food & Heavy Metals
95 percent baby food tested contains toxic chemicals that harm kid’s brains * What it means for babies’ health: The chemicals found in baby food –
November 18, 2021
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National News
BPA (Bisphenol-A)
What is BPA? Bisphenol-A, or BPA for short, is a common chemical found in many consumer products such as the plastics used to make baby
November 5, 2021
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General
Protect Your Family
LDA’s Healthy Homes and Families Booklet shares tips on how to reduce your family’s exposure to toxic chemicals. The Safe Babies Guide will help you find safer baby
November 5, 2021
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Advocacy
Lead
When it comes to chemicals, lead has one of the strongest links to neurological harm. Lead is a potent neurotoxin that can cause learning disabilities,
October 12, 2021
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