Once implemented, AB 127 will make building insulation safer and less toxic, without reducing fire safety for building occupants. We are pleased that Governor Brown has signed this important bill and welcome the State Fire Marshal’s updated building insulation flammability standards. Read More ›

More than 30 furniture companies, including Ikea, J.C. Penney and Kmart, have agreed to settle for a total of $2.3 million in civil penalties after a Berkeley watchdog group alleged they sold furniture with high amounts of flame retardants in violation of California’s Proposition 65. Read More ›

In a sign that California’s efforts to reduce health risks from toxic chemicals are having an impact, a type of flame retardant linked to reduced fertility, low IQs in children and thyroid problems has fallen sharply in the blood of pregnant women since the state banned the chemicals 10 years ago. Read More ›

Even though it says as much on the label, how often do you really read labels closely? Perhaps you do, but weren’t aware that you should not be taking more than one product containing acetaminophen at a time. Read More ›

The recall was described as: “A health hazard situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of the produce will cause serious, adverse health consequences or death.” The beef was shipped to distribution centers in Arkansas, California, Montana and Texas and intended for use by the National School Lunch Program. Read More ›