SierraSunrise/ Flickr 11 May Thai gold mine blamed for sickening local villagers is set to reopen The mining company denies allegations that its operations have caused health problems, and in 2017 sued the Thai government for shutting down the mine. In January 2022, the government gave permission for the mine to reopen. Read the Full Article on news.mongabay.com
Workers exposed to PFAS in a variety of industries From construction to skiing, PFAS are an important, but understudied, source of on-the-job chemical exposure.
Peter Dykstra: The steal of the last century and a half The General Mining Law of 1872 turned 150 this month. It hasn’t changed a bit.
Op-Ed: Black gold and the color line How historical racist redlining practices are linked to higher exposures to oil and gas wells.
Words of wisdom from three leaders in the environmental health and justice field A Q&A with Black and Latina researchers about health equity research and career advice for early career scientists.
Investigation: PFAS on our shelves and in our bodies Testing finds concerning chemicals in everything from sports bras to ketchup, including in brands labeled PFAS-free.
Our mothers' gifts: Readers respond We asked you to share one "big lesson" from your mother. And you responded
