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California law banning toxic chemicals in cosmetics will transform industry
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The law will ban the manufacture and sale in California of personal care products that contain 24 toxics, including asbestos, formaldehyde and lead, and is expected to fill a gap in federal regulation as companies sell the new formulations nationwide.COVID-19
Sleepless nights, hair loss and cracked teeth: Pandemic stress takes its toll
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The good news is that many of these symptoms are reversible, but it’s important to recognize them early.COVID-19
Lifetime experiences help older adults build resilience to pandemic trauma
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Research shows that many seniors have changed behaviors as they strive to stay safe from the coronavirus.COVID-19
Kaiser cited for failing to treat COVID-19 as airborne
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Kaiser says it will appeal the citation against its psychiatric facility in Santa Clara.California
New laws keep pandemic-weary California at forefront of health policy innovation
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Significant new laws intend to lower consumer health care spending and expand access to health coverage.Bay Area
Poor air quality expected through Tuesday
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Everyone, especially children, older adults and those w/ breathing or heart issues, should limit outdoor activities.Bay Area
Dead bird marks first West Nile virus case in two years for San Mateo County
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Though reports of dead birds indicate presence of the virus, the risk to humans remains low; and the virus cannot be spread person to person.commentary
Commentary | All-electric building codes for new homes would protect our health – and our kids’ health
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Indoor pollution from gas furnaces, heaters, dryers and gas stoves can cause asthma in children--Californians should commit to healthier homes.Elections
