Canadian Wildfire Smoke is Still Entering the United States More wildfire smoke is entering the United States. The smoke is coming from 485 active fires burning in Canada; 257 of them are considered out of control. More than 9.8 million acres of forest have burned by June 7 of this year, which is 10 times […]
Cancer Survivors Month 2023
Cancer Survivors Month 2023 June is Cancer Survivors Month. It is a way to celebrate the people and families of people who survive cancer. It doesn’t just help celebrate people with cancer though. It gives people diagnosed with all types of cancer hope by letting them know that there is a chance of survival. It […]
Replacing Lead Pipes with PVC Could be Problematic
Replacing Lead Pipes with PVC Could be Problematic Experts are concerned about lead water lines being replaced with PVC pipes. There are 9.2 million lead pipes that need to be replaced within the next decade in the United States. The pipes will be replaced with PVC, which is a type of plastic. Experts have found […]
Former Weirton Steel Site Will Soon be Used to Make Batteries
Weirton Steel, once the fifth largest steel producer in the country, was completely empty until recently. It was demolished on March 9, 2019, when two dozen explosives were set off within the building. It has been empty since it closed 20 years ago, but there is hope for the site and the people of Weirton. […]
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month 2023
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month 2023 April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month. Esophageal cancer is a cancer of the tube that transports food from the throat to the stomach. There are multiple layers to the esophagus including the mucous membrane, muscle, and connective tissue. Esophageal cancer starts on the inside and grows outward. It is projected […]
Communities Other than East Palestine Being Exposed to Vinyl Chloride
Communities Other than East Palestine Being Exposed to Vinyl Chloride East Palestine, Ohio showed just how susceptible communities can be to toxic chemicals. Many communities that are also exposed to these chemicals want the same recognition that East Palestine is receiving. People who live in Louisiana’s “Cancer Alley” are happy East Palestine is bringing attention […]
Asbestos Scandals Involving The Union Carbide Corporation
Asbestos Scandals Involving The Union Carbide Corporation Asbestos was once used for its heat-resistant and insulating properties. Over time, it was discovered that asbestos exposure could cause serious health problems, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Despite this, many companies continued to use asbestos in their products, leading to numerous scandals and lawsuits. One such […]
Hair Straightening Chemicals and Cancer Risk
Hair Straightening Chemicals and Cancer Risk Scientists have found that there is a link between hair straightening products and cancer. Research is pointing to hair straightening chemicals increasing the risk of hormone related cancers like breast and ovarian cancer, mainly in women. Another study also found there is a risk of the chemicals causing uterine […]
Toxic Exposure in Western Pennsylvania
Toxic Exposure in Western Pennsylvania Western Pennsylvania is known for its industrial legacy, particularly in the steel and coal mining industries. However, this has also left behind a legacy of toxic exposure, with many workers being exposed to hazardous substances like asbestos, coal dust, and other toxic chemicals. Throughout Western Pennsylvania’s history, there have been […]
National Cancer Prevention Month 2023
National Cancer Prevention Month 2023 February is National Cancer Prevention Month. Living a healthy lifestyle is one of the best ways to prevent cancer, the leading cause of death worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, around 30 to 50 percent of cancer cases are preventable. Around one third of cancer deaths are from tobacco, […]