Pamela Ferdinand
@pamelawrites.bsky.social
Journalist. Editor. Author. Environmentalist.
Firms ordered to reduce forever chemicals in drinking water sources for 6 million people.
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Firms ordered to reduce forever chemicals in drinking water for 6m people
The persistent pollutants which build up in the environment have been linked to serious illnesses.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Firms ordered to reduce forever chemicals in drinking water sources for 6 million people.
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From NASA to the National Institutes of Health, federal agencies conduct research that universities cannot. Agency scientists speak out about the irreplaceable facilities, institutional knowledge and training opportunities that the country is losing. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
Dismantling of US federal agencies will ‘destroy science’
From NASA to the National Institutes of Health, federal agencies conduct research that universities cannot. Agency scientists speak out about the irreplaceable facilities, institutional knowledge and ...
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November 3, 2025 at 4:56 PM
From NASA to the National Institutes of Health, federal agencies conduct research that universities cannot. Agency scientists speak out about the irreplaceable facilities, institutional knowledge and training opportunities that the country is losing. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
Illegal teeth-whitening treatments that can burn gums and destroy teeth are being handed over in car parks and on doorsteps, a BBC investigation has found. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
Some gels contain more than 500 times the legal limit of bleaching agent for over-the-counter products.
Some gels contain more than 500 times the legal limit of bleaching agent for over-the-counter products.
BBC investigation exposes dangerous teeth-whitening industry
A BBC investigation finds kits on sale containing more than 500 times the legal limit of bleach.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Illegal teeth-whitening treatments that can burn gums and destroy teeth are being handed over in car parks and on doorsteps, a BBC investigation has found. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
Some gels contain more than 500 times the legal limit of bleaching agent for over-the-counter products.
Some gels contain more than 500 times the legal limit of bleaching agent for over-the-counter products.
The Maldives has banned young people born on or after 1 January 2007 from smoking tobacco, becoming the only country in the world to enforce a nationwide generational tobacco prohibition. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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Maldives bans smoking for younger generations
Anyone born on or after 1 January 2007 will be banned from using, buying or selling tobacco products in the archipelago.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:54 PM
The Maldives has banned young people born on or after 1 January 2007 from smoking tobacco, becoming the only country in the world to enforce a nationwide generational tobacco prohibition. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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My community outside of Chicago is being terrorized by ICE and Border Patrol agents today.
October 31, 2025 at 7:56 PM
My community outside of Chicago is being terrorized by ICE and Border Patrol agents today.
Exposure to food and cosmetics additive caused ovarian damage in mice that persisted for three generations, raising questions about long-term human health effects. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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Common preservative may harm female fertility across generations, study finds
A widely used preservative found in shampoos, lotions, packaged foods, and pharmaceuticals, may reduce fertility across generations, a new study shows.
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October 24, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Exposure to food and cosmetics additive caused ovarian damage in mice that persisted for three generations, raising questions about long-term human health effects. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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The analysis of 43 infant garments is the first to comprehensively screen for all detectable chemicals versus a limited number. In total, 303 different chemicals—from traces of pesticides to prescription drugs—were identified across the fabrics. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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Are your baby’s clothes toxic? New study finds harmful chemicals in infant textiles
Baby clothing may expose infants to hundreds of chemicals used in everything from plastics to pesticides — including some known to be toxic, a new study shows.
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October 20, 2025 at 3:36 PM
The analysis of 43 infant garments is the first to comprehensively screen for all detectable chemicals versus a limited number. In total, 303 different chemicals—from traces of pesticides to prescription drugs—were identified across the fabrics. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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Introducing The Well-Oiled Plan — a sharp, darkly funny animation that exposes how the fossil fuel industry is using the same PR tricks once used by Big Tobacco, selling poison as “freedom." @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
The Well Oiled Plan
YouTube video by Global Climate and Health Alliance
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October 16, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Introducing The Well-Oiled Plan — a sharp, darkly funny animation that exposes how the fossil fuel industry is using the same PR tricks once used by Big Tobacco, selling poison as “freedom." @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
Reposted by Pamela Ferdinand
Join the UCSF Archives & Special Collections on Tuesday 10/21 for a virtual talk on addictive industries and their tactics. Open to all, registration in the link 👇
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Behind the Spin: How Addictive Industries Harm Kids | Archives Talk
Join UCSF Archives and Special Collections for a book talk with Sue Rusche, author of Marketing Pleasure: How Addictive Drug Industries Tell Big Lies to Make Big Profits, followed...
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October 16, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Join the UCSF Archives & Special Collections on Tuesday 10/21 for a virtual talk on addictive industries and their tactics. Open to all, registration in the link 👇
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The New York Times looks at how the evolution and explosion of ultraprocessed foods has become one of the greatest health threats of our time.
How did we get here? Let’s take a tour through history. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
How did we get here? Let’s take a tour through history. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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October 16, 2025 at 3:22 PM
The New York Times looks at how the evolution and explosion of ultraprocessed foods has become one of the greatest health threats of our time.
How did we get here? Let’s take a tour through history. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
How did we get here? Let’s take a tour through history. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
Even low exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals could promote prostate cancer growth.
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Common male cancer linked to hormone-disrupting chemicals, scientists warn
Chemicals in everyday products—from plastics and pesticides to cosmetics — may increase the risk and severity of prostate cancer, a new review finds.
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October 14, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Even low exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals could promote prostate cancer growth.
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At least 15 million children (13–15 years) are already using e-cigarettes. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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WHO tobacco trends report: 1 in 5 adults still addicted to tobacco
The world is smoking less, but the tobacco epidemic is far from over. A new WHO global report shows the number of tobacco users has dropped from 1.38 billion in 2000 to 1.2 billion in 2024. Yet, tobac...
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October 6, 2025 at 6:16 PM
At least 15 million children (13–15 years) are already using e-cigarettes. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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In light of this spike in youth e-cigarette use, along with the recent U.S. outbreak linked to more than 2,000 lung illnesses and 40+ deaths, the AMA has called for a total ban on all e-cigarette and vaping products that do not meet FDA approval as cessation tools.
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E-cigarettes and vaping: A public health epidemic
Learn more from the AMA about e-cigarettes and the public health epidemic of vaping.
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October 3, 2025 at 9:05 PM
In light of this spike in youth e-cigarette use, along with the recent U.S. outbreak linked to more than 2,000 lung illnesses and 40+ deaths, the AMA has called for a total ban on all e-cigarette and vaping products that do not meet FDA approval as cessation tools.
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Even extremely small amounts of the herbicide glyphosate can harm gut health, disrupt metabolism, and change behavior in mice, scientists say. The effects aren’t limited to the exposed animals—they pass on to their children and grandchildren.
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Even tiny doses of glyphosate can cause health problems across generations, new study in mice shows
Even extremely small amounts of the herbicide glyphosate can harm gut health, disrupt metabolism, and change behavior in mice, a new study shows.
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September 30, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Even extremely small amounts of the herbicide glyphosate can harm gut health, disrupt metabolism, and change behavior in mice, scientists say. The effects aren’t limited to the exposed animals—they pass on to their children and grandchildren.
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Said lead author Dr. Leonardo Trasande, a professor at New York University’s Grossman School of Medicine: “If we want kids to stay healthy and live longer, then we need to get serious about limiting the use of these materials.” @usrighttoknow.bsky.social @leotrasande.bsky.social
Plastics pose 'urgent threat' to children’s lifelong health, major review warns
A sweeping new study warns that chemicals in common plastics pose serious — and lasting — health risks to children.
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September 29, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Said lead author Dr. Leonardo Trasande, a professor at New York University’s Grossman School of Medicine: “If we want kids to stay healthy and live longer, then we need to get serious about limiting the use of these materials.” @usrighttoknow.bsky.social @leotrasande.bsky.social
Reposted by Pamela Ferdinand
"A look at the ways companies damage our health—and that of future generations."
@pamelawrites.bsky.social (KSJ '24) helped launch Healthwire to bring the latest research on commercial determinants of health to a mainstream audience. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
@pamelawrites.bsky.social (KSJ '24) helped launch Healthwire to bring the latest research on commercial determinants of health to a mainstream audience. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
Healthwire
Investigating industry's impact on our health and future generations.
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September 25, 2025 at 9:03 PM
"A look at the ways companies damage our health—and that of future generations."
@pamelawrites.bsky.social (KSJ '24) helped launch Healthwire to bring the latest research on commercial determinants of health to a mainstream audience. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
@pamelawrites.bsky.social (KSJ '24) helped launch Healthwire to bring the latest research on commercial determinants of health to a mainstream audience. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
This is why we do what we do at U.S. Right to Know's Healthwire (www.usrtk.org/healthwire). @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
U.N. Health Goals Weakened by Industry Pressure, Experts Say
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September 26, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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NEW YORK/LONDON, Sept 21 (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will ease requirements on nicotine pouch manufacturers under a new pilot program in the first clear sign of a softer stance on smoking alternatives. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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Exclusive: US FDA to fast-track nicotine pouch reviews amid White House pressure
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration plans to fast-track reviews of four tobacco firms' nicotine pouches in a pilot program launching on Monday, amid pressure from the Trump administration to speed up approvals, according to meeting transcripts seen by Reuters.
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September 22, 2025 at 2:33 PM
NEW YORK/LONDON, Sept 21 (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will ease requirements on nicotine pouch manufacturers under a new pilot program in the first clear sign of a softer stance on smoking alternatives. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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Commercial actors influence political and economic systems to serve their interests, often at the expense of public health. Their tactics shape societal norms and weaken health policies. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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Commercial determinants of health
BackgroundNon-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for 90% of deaths and 85% of disabilities, with four major diseases—cardiovascular diseases, cancer, chronic respiratory diseases, and diabetes—causi...
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September 21, 2025 at 11:32 PM
Commercial actors influence political and economic systems to serve their interests, often at the expense of public health. Their tactics shape societal norms and weaken health policies. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
www.eesc.europa.eu/en/our-work/...
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“The alcohol industry has a serious, and dangerous, conflict of interest between its health-related education and policy-influencing activities, and its commercial priorities,” researchers say. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social @markpetticrew.bsky.social
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Alcohol industry uses tobacco tactics to downplay deadly risks and block reforms, studies show
Urgent action is needed to protect public health from alcohol industry influence and to curb alcohol-related disease and death, reports show.
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September 19, 2025 at 3:20 PM
“The alcohol industry has a serious, and dangerous, conflict of interest between its health-related education and policy-influencing activities, and its commercial priorities,” researchers say. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social @markpetticrew.bsky.social
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Toxic “forever chemicals” found in 95% of beers tested in the U.S.
Researchers tested 23 different beers from across the U.S., with the highest concentrations showing up in regions with known water contamination. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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Researchers tested 23 different beers from across the U.S., with the highest concentrations showing up in regions with known water contamination. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
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Toxic “forever chemicals” found in 95% of beers tested in the U.S.
Forever chemicals known as PFAS have turned up in an unexpected place: beer. Researchers tested 23 different beers from across the U.S. and found that 95% contained PFAS, with the highest concentratio...
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September 12, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Toxic “forever chemicals” found in 95% of beers tested in the U.S.
Researchers tested 23 different beers from across the U.S., with the highest concentrations showing up in regions with known water contamination. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
Researchers tested 23 different beers from across the U.S., with the highest concentrations showing up in regions with known water contamination. @usrighttoknow.bsky.social
www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...