Cancer: some treatments expose caregivers to carcinogenic substances
© ShutterstockCytostatic active ingredients are mainly used for treat cancer, both in human medicine and in veterinary medicine. De the ...
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Shein brand clothes pinned down by Greenpeace for toxic substances
© Shutterstock / Ground PictureOrdering a garment made in China on the internet and receiving it in France (or anywhere ...
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Beware of harmful substances in ballpoint pens, warns UFC-Que Choisir
© ShutterstockIn the middle of shopping for school supplies, do pay attention to the products you choose for your children. ...
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Harmful substances found in lip balms
© iStock PhotoThey hydrate, repair and relieve, but are they safe for health? In a news investigation, UFC-Que Choisir points ...
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More than a thousand allergenic substances could be banned in clothing
© Getty ImagesBetter protect consumers from risk of skin allergies. This is the goal of the National Agency for Food, ...
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Cosmetics: 5 tips to identify harmful substances (for health and the planet)
© Getty ImagesDeciphering these tiny characters written on the back of products is a real headache for you. We give ...
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59 toxic substances were found in the carpets
© iStockWhether in our workplaces or in our homes, the carpet invites itself everywhere. In France, more than 38.5 million ...
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More than half of cosmetics are said to contain substances dangerous to health
© ThinkstockToothpaste, soap, moisturizer, shaving cream... 60 million consumers have tested and deciphered the composition of 93 commonly used products ...
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Toxic substances in household products
© istockDeodorant, anti-lime product, toilet gel ... Do you really need this myriad of household products to clean your house? ...
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40% of beauty products contain toxic substances
© Ingram Publishing A study by the independent institute Noteo reveals that many beauty products are not good for you. ...
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1 in 2 household products contain toxic substances
© Getty ImagesDetergent, fabric softener, washing-up liquid, products for cleaning windows, furniture, toilets ... We suspected a little, it is ...
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Electronic cigarette: it also contains carcinogenic substances
The debate has not finished agitating the scientific community ... While some tobacco specialists believe that the electronic cigarette can ...
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Still too many problematic substances in female cosmetics, especially for pregnant women
In a new report, the results of which were published this Thursday, September 30, the Wecf France association denounces the ...
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Nurses, orderlies, doctors, veterinarians, cleaning staff, etc. are exposed to carcinogenic substances
The alert comes from the National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety (ANSES), the latter would like to ...
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NGOs warn of the presence of harmful substances in fast food packaging
An unprecedented study on the initiative of nine European non-governmental organizations published this Thursday, May 20, 2021, warns of the ...
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Dangerous substances: how to choose the right products (food, cosmetics and household)?
Which products to choose for daily cleaning, cooking or even maintaining your beauty? On the occasion of World Consumers Day, ...
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44% of cleaning products contain toxic substances according to UFC-Que Choisir
In a study published this Tuesday, December 8, the consumers' association denounces the presence of toxic substances in many household ...
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Exposure to perfluorinated substances increases the risk of developing a severe form of Covid-19
Danish researchers have demonstrated the link between exposure to perfluorinated compounds and the severity of symptoms in patients infected with ...
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Products used for Afro hair contain dangerous substances
© GettyImagesOils, anti-frizz products, lotions, relaxers ... Black women use specialized products to tame their hair. Researchers from Silent Spring ...
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More than one in 10 employees exposed to carcinogenic substances
© iStockPhotosAccording to a study that has just been made public by Public Health France in its Weekly epidemiological bulletin, ...
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Perfluoroalkyl substances involved in weight gain
© ThinkstockPerfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) contained in food packaging, on non-stick pans or in clothing would increase weight gain by interfering ...
Read moreHarmful substances found in lip balms
© iStock PhotoThey hydrate, repair and soothe, but are they safe for health? In a new investigation, UFC-Que Choisir points ...
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Pregnancy: exposure to certain substances would cause respiratory risks for the baby
February 6, 2019. According to a recent study, the exposure of the baby during pregnancy and the first years of ...
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Endocrine disruptors: five substances assessed by ANSES
© ThinkstockThe National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety (ANSES) has made its report on 5 substances at ...
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These toxic substances lurking in school supplies
September 1, 2017. Toxic agents are everywhere and even in products intended for children, such as school supplies. The magazine ...
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Diapers contain substances toxic to babies
January 25, 2017. As unbelievable as it may sound, baby diapers are rife with toxic substances. This is what the ...
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United States: 19 substances banned in antibacterial soaps
© iStock19 chemicals in antibacterial soaps and cosmetics were banned by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) last Friday. ...
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Indoor pollution: 31 harmful substances present in furniture
© ThinkstockCould the shelf you just cracked up be damaging your health? While outdoor air pollution is followed very closely, ...
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Household products: black list of toxic substances
The 04/12/2016 The 60 Million consumers association has drawn up the blacklist of toxic substances present in household products, and ...
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185 cosmetic products made up of dangerous substances revealed!
After many alerts and tests revealing dangerous substances in many cosmetic products, however without any reaction from the manufacturers, the ...
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