Question from Alison Hi Debra, Three months ago, my single paned windows were replaced with double paned vinyl framed ones in my very small apartment. I haven't been able to live there since. If I go in even briefly, I begin to have trouble breathing, and this has...

Question from Cheryl I am looking into purchasing a Step2 plastic playhouse made from low density polyethylene (#4)and I'm wondering if it's safe for my kids...does it off gas VOC's? Is it bad for the air quality in my home if used indoors? Would my kids be exposed to...

Question from Merle The top load non agitator washers are computerized. I can't get an answer from Whirlpool or salespeople whether I can simply soak my toxic clothing (from a day's outing), spin out the smelly water, then put through a rinse cycle before starting a...

Question from Susan We just recently switched from oil to gas. Our basement reeks of oil and go knows what else. There are no visible spills and the pipes are capped. Any advice would be most appreciated! THANKS Debra's Answer Readers? [button...

Question from Jill I have severe MCS, but due to rotator cuff problem, I need to purchase a new dishwasher. Would appreciate if people can provide Brand and Model #s of dishwashers that have less toxic components/well tolerated. Has anyone tried GE Profile dishwasher...

Question from Alison Hi Debra, I've recently become much more chemically sensitive resulting (I think) from exposure to outgassing double-paned vinyl windows. I'm looking for a new apartment and found one that I like. It is directly above an open carport though, and...

Question from Apasionato My friend has discovered arsenic in her well water. They live in the NW Pacific area kind of in the 'wilderness' and not close to any factories, farms, etc that might have arsenic run-off. Their well is deep and was drilled through rock so we...

Question from MB 14 months ago I had my son's room 'renovated' and dry wall put up to cover up the exposed brick walls. I was expecting the dry wall to outgas and smell for a while but it still smells even today. How long does it take for dry wall to outgas OR could...

Question from Susan My daughter was playing with a friend the other day and she ended up lipstick on the back of her little dress. Any suggestions on how to get it out? I tried something that removes oil or something, but didn't work. Any other suggestions? Debra's...

Question from Marc I just bought a dumbbell made of wroght iron coated with neoprene. Is this material safe to touch and/or does it off-gas? -Marc Debra's Answer Neoprene was the first mass-produced synthetic rubber, made from petrochemicals. It's chemical name is...