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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 want the plastics,...
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 well...
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...
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...
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:...
Fragrance-Free — What’s your definition?
Question from Derbra Lynn Dadd Ever since your enthusiastic response to my post Let's petition to remove scent from products through change.org. I've been thinking about what we can do to accomplish the goal of reducing or eliminating toxic fragrances from public...
Interfacing in Baby Clothes
Question from Orsolya Hi Debra, I just noticed that all my organic baby bodysuits has a white patch in side behind the embroidery design. I believe it is called Pellon interfacing fabric. Is it safe for babies? Thank you so much! Orsolya Debra's Answer Well...Pellon...
PVC kids exercise ball
Question from Shar Hi Debra! I was wondering if a phthalate-free pvc kids exercise ball would be safe for my young grandson. The brand is Wai Lana and the ball is advertised as not having lead or bpa. Is there a "safe" pvc? Debra's Answer I don't know of a "safe" pvc....
Garden Hoses – Toxic & Nontoxic
Question from More Sharing Services HealthyStuff.org has a new 2012 Garden Products Study which tested 179 common garden products. The product most tested and of most concern was the the ordinary everyday garden hose. They found levels of lead that exceeded Consumer...