"In China, Human Costs Are Built Into an iPad"
The shine of a new iPad and Apple's record profits come at a steep cost: the health of the Chinese workers who make them possible.
Source: NY Times, 01/26/2012
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Obama Vows Disclosure of Toxic Fracking Secrets on Federal Land
Most current fracking operations happen on non-federal lands. But on federal lands, things are different — Obama intends to require disclosure of fluids as a condition of new leases for fracking on federal lands. If it takes place, this could push the ingredient lists further into the open.
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"Scientists Call Moratorium on Study of Deadly Bird Flu"
"In an almost unheard-of move, scientists who study the deadly H5N1 bird flu announced a 60-day voluntary moratorium on studying the virus to allow time 'to clearly explain the benefits of this important research and the measures taken to minimize its possible risks.'"
Source: LA Times, 01/23/2012
EPA To Release Dioxin Noncancer Risk Reassessment
The assessments, expected late January 2012, could have wide-ranging direct and indirect effects in realms such as toxic site cleanups, brownfield development, manufacturing processes, domestic food production and sales, and international trade of food and possibly other goods.
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Judge Allows Pool Video, Audio Coverage of WV Monsanto Trial
In response to a request for live-streaming of the trial, the judge has expanded the gag order for the case, a class-action lawsuit seeking medical monitoring for people who may have been exposed to hazardous chemicals produced at Monsanto's former plant in Nitro, W.V.
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Drug Researchers Routinely Risk Public Health by Withholding Info: Study
It's a common practice, according to a study published in the British Medical Journal. Researchers even do it when the work is government-funded. Environmental reporters should be asking questions.
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"Biosecurity Board Asked To Review Bird Flu Research"
"Federal officials have asked a biosecurity scientist panel to broadly review bird flu transmission research for public health concerns."
Source: USA TODAY, 01/12/2012
"Changing Planet, Changing Health: How the Climate Crisis Threatens Our Health and What We Can Do About It"
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