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We’re fighting for a toxic-free future for you, your family, and your community. #ToxicFreeFuture #MindTheStore #SaferChemicals

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💚 We mourn the loss of Dr. Steven Gilbert—an environmental health hero, beloved board member & friend. He spent his life tackling toxic chemicals and pushing for safer, healthier communities in WA.

His legacy lives on. Thank you, Steve. 🙏💜
Dr. Steven Gilbert: Heart, soul, and mind of Washington’s environmental health movement - Toxic-Free Future
Toxic-Free Future mourns the loss of Dr. Steven Gilbert, whose passion for children’s health and science shaped not only our work in Washington state but the environmental health field as a whole.
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November 18, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Still time to register for tomorrow's webinar, featuring @drlorashahine.bsky.social, @lindsaydahl.bsky.social, and Toxic-Free Future's executive director, Laurie Valeriano!

We hope you'll join us!
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Toxic chemicals + plastics are everywhere—but hope is too. 🌍

Join us Nov 13 for an inspiring convo w/ experts on how we can protect our health + push for safer products.

💬 Featuring @drlorashahine.bsky.social, @lindsaydahl.bsky.social, and TFF ED Laurie Valeriano.

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November 12, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Rolling back #PFAS protections in the military spending bill would put firefighters, military families, and communities across the country at risk.

📣 Tell Congress: Protect our health, not chemical company profits, by preserving bans on PFAS! #BanPFAS

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November 4, 2025 at 10:55 PM
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Please join Beyond Plastics Science Director @trishavv.bsky.social, @amizota.bsky.social
of Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, and Ryan Babadi of @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social on Nov. 12 for a free webinar about toxic chemicals in plastics.

www.beyondplastics.org/events/toxic...
October 30, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Public health should never be sacrificed for industry convenience.

As debates over chemical safety heat up, lawmakers must keep strong protections under #TSCA. Our families’ health—not speed—must come first.
Senate hearing exposes divide over chemical safety law
Industry leaders and Republicans in Congress again signaled their desire to hasten federal reviews of new chemicals at a Senate hearing, while an environmental health expert warned such changes will l...
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October 29, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Toxic chemicals + plastics are everywhere—but hope is too. 🌍

Join us Nov 13 for an inspiring convo w/ experts on how we can protect our health + push for safer products.

💬 Featuring @drlorashahine.bsky.social, @lindsaydahl.bsky.social, and TFF ED Laurie Valeriano.

us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 29, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Siloxanes, parabens & other harmful chemicals shouldn’t be in our beauty products—but new ChemFORWARD research shows they still are, and major data gaps on ingredients still remain.

The good news? Washington state and retailers like Sephora & Ulta Beauty are leading the way toward safer beauty. 💄🌎
Sephora, Ulta and more join forces to define clean beauty standards
A collective of beauty retailers collaborated on a report categorising the safety of beauty and skincare ingredients while bringing clarity to the clean beauty sector.
www.voguebusiness.com
October 27, 2025 at 10:59 PM
✨ Good news alert! Walmart once again made progress cutting toxic chemicals from its products—showing big retailers CAN work w/ suppliers to eliminate harmful chemicals.

Walmart must continue to set ambitious goals to reduce its chemical footprint & commit to maintaining transparency w/ customers.
Walmart cuts its toxic chemical footprint—making progress after backsliding - Toxic-Free Future
Walmart is making progress on reducing toxic chemicals, but more action is needed to cut its chemical footprint and protect health and the environment.
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October 21, 2025 at 10:26 PM
🏭 TFF's Mike Schade lives 7 miles downwind of an incinerator that burns plastics and trash.

#PVC packaging is toxic from production to disposal, polluting nearby communities and releasing dioxins—some of the most dangerous chemicals on the planet— when burned at incinerators like this one.
October 17, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Please join Beyond Plastics Science Director @trishavv.bsky.social, @amizota.bsky.social
of Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, and Ryan Babadi of @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social on Nov. 12 for a free webinar about toxic chemicals in plastics.

www.beyondplastics.org/events/toxic...
October 16, 2025 at 6:03 PM
TFF’s science director breaks down the science behind Washington's recent first-in-nation ban on all formaldehyde-releasing chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products—and why it's good news for salon workers, women of color, and anyone who uses everyday products like shampoo or lotion. 💚
The science surrounding Washington’s formaldehyde ban—and what it means for salon workers and consumers - Toxic-Free Future
Washington leads the nation with the first-ever ban on all formaldehyde in cosmetics—protecting salon workers, women of color, and consumers.
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October 15, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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Hey @thehomedepot1.bsky.social! 🐶 Join @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social in banning PVC packaging to protect our families and pets! We can't risk disasters like Paulsboro or East Palestine. 📷 Marta Young, Clean Water Action. #BanPVC #poisonplastic #HomeDepotBanPVC #WeAreHomeDepot
October 14, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Booooo! 😡 @governor.ca.gov just sided w/ the chemical industry over Californians’ health. By vetoing SB682, he kept toxic #PFAS in cookware.

Six other states & retailers like Target have already transitioned away from PFAS toward safer solutions like cast iron. He should have ensured CA did too.
California governor rejects bill to phase out "forever" chemicals used in cookware, children's products
Gov. Gavin Newsom votoes bill to phase out a range of popular consumer products, including nonstick pots and pans, that contain synthetic chemicals with links to cancer.
www.latimes.com
October 14, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Please join Beyond Plastics Science Director @trishavv.bsky.social, @amizota.bsky.social
of Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, and Ryan Babadi of @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social on Nov. 12 for a free webinar about toxic chemicals in plastics.

www.beyondplastics.org/events/toxic...
October 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Washington became the first state to ban all formaldehyde-releasing chemicals in cosmetics — protecting salon workers & consumers.

Our Science Director at @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social explains what this means, and why retailers must get ahead of regulatory risk.

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The science surrounding Washington’s formaldehyde ban—and what it means for salon workers and consumers - Toxic-Free Future
Washington leads the nation with the first-ever ban on all formaldehyde in cosmetics—protecting salon workers, women of color, and consumers.
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October 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
We don’t need #PFAS in our pans to make tasty food: safer alternatives like cast iron are affordable, available & easy to use.

@governor.ca.gov has the power to protect Californians—and set a national example—by signing SB 682 to ban toxic forever chemicals.
Opinion | Relax, America, There Is Life After Nonstick Pans
www.nytimes.com
October 9, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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Attention @thehomedept.bsky.social! 📢 Join us and @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social to eliminate PVC packaging and prevent harm! We don't want another disaster like Paulsboro, NJ! 📷 Marta Young, Clean Water Action. #BanPVC #poisonplastic #HomeDepotBanPVC #WeAreHomeDepot
October 8, 2025 at 4:04 PM
🍳Californians deserve protection—not PFAS pollution! @governor.ca.gov has the chance to ban #PFAS in cookware that can contaminate our food, water, and bodies by signing SB 682 into law.

Governor Newsom must ignore pressure from industry and do what’s right for public health and the environment.
California governor under pressure over bill to ban cookware made with Pfas
Gavin Newsom, who has vetoed environmental bills before, feeling push from industry and celebrity chefs on next steps
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October 7, 2025 at 7:11 PM
🦴 Plastic pet toys may expose our furry friends to toxic chemicals like phthalates and PVC, polluting our homes and putting their health at risk.

In our latest Retailer Report Card, PetSmart scored a D- for failing to tackle toxic chemicals and plastics. That’s unacceptable.
Plastic Dog Toys May Be Harming Pets—and Their Owners Experts explain how plastic playthings put dogs (and humans) at risk
Chemical "exposure is associated with a whole host of health issues for our pets," Aidan Charron told Newsweek.
www.newsweek.com
October 2, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Another day, another troubling study on #microplastics. 🔬

They can disrupt bone marrow & raise osteoporosis risk—and have been found in our brains, blood, breast milk, and even sperm.

It’s time for retailers like Home Depot and policymakers to ban PVC and other toxic plastics fueling this crisis.
Microplastics Could Be Weakening Your Bones, Research Suggests
The review of more than 60 scientific articles showed that microplastics, among other effects, can stimulate the formation of osteoclasts, cells specialized in degrading bone tissue.
www.wired.com
October 1, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Big thanks to Indian American Community Services (IACS) for hosting such a fun, inspiring health fair! 🙌

We loved connecting with the community, sharing tips for reducing toxic chemicals in homes, and giving out EPA Safer-Choice-certified cleaning products.

Here’s to healthier homes for all!
September 29, 2025 at 10:13 PM
🎧 Must-listen podcast alert!

TFF board members @drlorashahine.bsky.social & @lindsaydahl.bsky.social talk toxic chemicals in everyday products, their impact on our health & fertility, and four simple steps we can all take to reduce our exposure to harmful chemicals & plastics.

🔊Listen here:
Detox Your Home: Cleaning House with Lindsay Dahl — Dr. Lora Shahine
Is your makeup messing with your hormones? Could your cleaning products be impacting your fertility? And how do we make informed choices without spiraling into fear or perfectionism?  In this ep...
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September 25, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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Join Beyond Plastics' Science Director, @trishavv.bsky.social,
@amizota.bsky.social of Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, and Ryan Babadi of @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social on Nov. 12 for a free webinar about toxic chemicals in plastics.

www.beyondplastics.org/events/toxic...
September 25, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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Black women’s mental and physical health is at stake in the fight for safe beauty. Join us on Tuesday, September 30 at 7pm ET to hear about the victories we’ve achieved together, the challenges we still face, and what’s next in this movement. RSVP below:
The State of Black Beauty Justice
You'll also hear from our Beauty Justice heroes on how to stay safe, informed, and engaged this holiday season while taking action and holding decision makers accountable for their actions.
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September 23, 2025 at 10:09 PM
🍔 TFF science director Ryan Babadi tells @kiro7seattle.bsky.social: toxic plastics & chemicals like phthalates, PFAS & PVC contaminate the food we eat.

“They don’t belong in our food & they don’t belong in our bodies.”

🚀 Retailers & policymakers must act to keep harmful chemicals out of our food.
KIRO 7 Asked: What’s in your beef?
The price of beef is soaring. In August of 2024, Americans were paying about $5.58 a pound for ground beef, according to the Federal Reserve Bank.
www.kiro7.com
September 23, 2025 at 9:40 PM