Formaldehyde

• U.S. FDA proposes ban on hair-straightening chemicals. What about Canada?

  The FDA is considering a ban on certain hair-straightening chemicals that have been used by Black women for years and that research shows may increase the risk of uterine cancer.

  Health

  Oct 20, 2023
  
• Does wildfire smoke smell like burnt plastic to you? There’s a reason

  The smell of burnt plastic could be a sign of toxic chemicals in the smoke. Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick says the levels won't cause immediate danger, but recommends precautions.

  Canada

  Jul 2, 2023
  
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• CDC says Lumber Liquidators flooring has high cancer risk

  Lumber Liquidators' stock plunged Monday as the CDC now says people exposed to certain types of the company's laminate flooring were three times more likely to get cancer than the agency previously predicted.

  Consumer

  Feb 23, 2016
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• High levels of formaldehyde found in Chinese-made floors sold in North America

  Chinese-made flooring sold in North America has high levels of formaldehyde – a known carcinogen – according to tests done by the Hardwood Plywood and Veneer Association.

  Consumer

  Oct 2, 2014