Health

“We share Senator Nancy Binay’s concern regarding the use of intravenous (IV) glutathione due to its associated adverse health effects. The promotion of skin-lightening products and practices by public figures and influencers is troubling, as it contributes to the normalization…

Sorsogon City, February 24, 2024 — In a heartwarming display of community collaboration, The Real Sorsogueños Football Club (RSFC), Delta Beta Omega Sorsogon (DBO), Kurit-Lagting Art Collective, and Concerned Artists of the Philippines Bicol Chapter (CAP-Bicol), in partnership with Chacon…

It is imperative to create spaces to listen to survivors and raise awareness about the complexity of suicide bereavement. By María Silvina González Astobiza Suicide is the leading cause of unnatural death in Spain and is a global challenge, with…

Russian President Vladimir Putin, while recently speaking at a Moscow function, announced that his country was waiting for the launch of cancer vaccines. Putin, globally condemned for the invasion of Ukraine resulting in many casualties and enormous property damages, announced…

22 February 2024, Cebu City/Quezon City.  An environmental health NGO sought the help of Cebu City Mayor Michael “Mike” Rama to stop the unlawful sale of contraband cosmetics containing high concentrations of mercury, a health-damaging chemical not allowed in cosmetic…

The toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics has once again raised the issue of the illegal trade of prohibited mercury-added skin-lightening products (SLPs) in the cities of Caloocan, Manila, Pasay, Quezon, and Taguig. In a recent market monitoring effort, the group…

Sixty-seven (67) countries have banned paraquat, a toxic chemical used to control weeds that was discovered in the 1950s and subsequently widely used throughout the world in agriculture. Despite a deadly toxic reputation, it’s still used throughout America. Moreover, it’s…

12 February 2024. As Valentine’s Day nears, the EcoWaste Coalition warned that some unauthorized products for sexual enhancement and energy may contain undeclared ingredients and may pose serious health risks. Echoing the advice of health authorities from the USA, Canada,…

8 February 2024, Quezon City.  The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition today announced its discovery of five more imported spray paints containing high concentrations of lead that are illegally sold online. As part of its continuing advocacy to promote strict…

4 February 2024, Quezon City.  The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition is warning luck seekers from buying charm bracelets adorned with metal components containing extremely high concentrations of cadmium, a chemical that is linked to various types of cancer. The…