“Safe” wipeable fabric (or covering plastic) for kitchen chairs?
Question from NewEnglandSara. Hi there, we just bought a new set of kitchen chairs (via Craig’s List), and my husband wants to re-cover them with fabric that we can wipe down since we have three young kids. When we did this four years ago, we bought reasonably...Nontoxic Colonoscopy?
Question from CarolynB My Mother will be having a colonoscopy soon. Does anyone have any advice about anesthetics? They use Versed for amnesia twilight zone? What about the pain killer? To clean out, she will be using 1 cap of Miralax mixed with Pedialite. I think it...Resin Covered Wicker
Question from Nell Hi Debra, I like the furniture I keep seeing: Resin covered wicker. There is one chair I’d like to use indoors. Is the resin considered safe? Is it likely to have a smell for a while? Would appreciate any help on this. Thanks! Debra’s...Are These Mosquito Controls Safe?
Question from raftergirl Hi Debra, I am quite grateful for your Q&A blog. It has so much helpful information for people with MCS. Thanks! My question is regarding mosquito control. Our local vector control has started spot spraying BTI (bacilles thuringiensis...Plastic-free microwave oven
Question from holly What is the healthiest microwave to buy re: outgassing? I don’t use the MW, but my Mom and husband do. My husband bought one and it smelled so bad we took it back immediately. I’m not concerned about the price, but I just don’t...Smelly Sheets
Question from Robin Hart I just bought 100% white organic cotton sheets that were made in India, and they smell horrible. I have washed them 4 times and they are still to strong to tolerate. I have MCS they are now soaking in baking soda and organic apple cider...Is This a Safe Level of Formaldehyde Exposure?
Question from Magaret Hi I don’t know if this is something that can be answered by you or anyone else. I recently tested air for formaldehyde at home and work. The lab report found that the levels were both 14-15 parts per billion. I know that those levels are...Petition for Toxic Injury Awareness Month
I signed a petition at change.org asking President Obama to declare the month of May as Toxic Injury Awareness, Education and Prevention month. You can read more and sign the petition here:...Air Quality Emitted from Bottle Sterilizer and Dehumidifier
Question from Junia Debra, I have a baby bottle steriliser (Philips Avent, BPA Free) which uses water steam from a cup of water . What type of toxics are released from the vapour? Also, I’m currently looking for a used dehumidifier for my living room, but after...
