Hazardous and Toxic Substances – Page 3

A New Film at SXSW Warns of the Potential Harm of Microplastics

At SXSW, a documentary traces the arc of plastics in our lives, and highlights evolving research of the potential harm of its presence in our bodies.

By Andrew Jacobs

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Frank Popoff, Who Sought to Lead a Friendlier Dow Chemical, Dies at 88

As chief executive, he pushed a company known for Agent Orange, napalm and chlorine to undo its confrontational reputation and promote environmental sustainability.

By Richard Sandomir

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Philips Suspends Sales of CPAP and Other Breathing Devices After Recall

Under a settlement with regulators, the company must revamp some operations before resuming sales of its CPAP and ventilator devices in the United States.

By Christina Jewett

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Since the East Palestine, Ohio, Train Derailment, Accidents Have Risen

The total number of accidents for the top five freight railroads increased, and Congress still hasn’t passed legislation to prevent similar disasters.

By Peter Eavis

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