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House Making You
Sick? Get Allergy Relief! (Continued from home page) Dirty indoor air may pose an even greater risk to those living in the midst of major home renovation. Common renovation and remodeling tasks, such as sanding, sawing, painting, and putting up drywall, often release dust and other particles into the air. As part of a continuing effort to raise awareness of indoor air quality issues, the American Lung Association's Healthy House Project and Minnesota Mining & "Manufacturing Co. have published the booklet "A Guide for Healthier Home Remodeling." To receive a free copy, call 1 800 388-3458. The phone line is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Bacteria
found in shared cosmetics. Nutrition Health Review; 3/22/1990 Bacteria Found in Shared Cosmetics About 5 percent of shared cosmetics samples on counters in U.S. retail stores contain bacteria that pose a public health threat, according to a recent survey by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. In a report to Congress, the FDA said it tested 3,000 "shared-use" cosmetic samples from more than 150 stores and discovered inadequate preservatives and contaminants that may be dangerous. The FDA did not name the stores. The FDA will explore whether the contamination is ... Read the full article story. |
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Judith August Cosmetics Don't let the color of Orange Masking Crème fool you. It looks completely natural and blends perfectly with all skin tones. Try this and other allergy free cosmetics. More |
Here are some tips offered in the booklet:
(Philadelphia Inquirer - 8/10/01)
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