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Pollution and Toxic Substances
In 2007, the Alliance for a Clean and Healthy Maine tested 13 Mainers for toxic substances. They found 46 different toxic chemicals in the bodies of these test subjects (
Body of Evidence Report).Hazardous industrial chemicals are found in many common products, including toys, furniture, fabrics, perfumes, and shampoo. Harmful pollutants can also be found in the air we breathe or the water we drink.
Even a small amount of some of these toxic substances can be extremely harmful to the human body. Because of this, it is important that we find ways to reduce exposure to these substances. On this page, you can find resources to learn more about pollution and other toxic substances.
Maine Pollution and Toxic Substances Information
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Alliance for a Clean & Healthy Maine
A coalition of Maine organizations working to phase out harmful chemicals with safer alternatives. This website, part of a year long public health campaign, includes resources on topics ranging from consumer products to pesticides, and tips for a healthy home, as well as news and events.[all maine pollution and toxic substances information]
- Alliance for a Clean & Healthy Maine
Pollution and Toxic Substances Resources
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Trees Created to Clean up Pollutants
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- Trees Created to Clean up Pollutants
- Envirofacts Data Warehouse
- Poison Prevention Publications
- Tox Town
- TOXMAP
Maine Environmental Health News
More- Mercury program makes it pay to do the right thingPortland Press Herald Staff, Portland Press Herald, 1/20/09
- Mercury recycling program has silver lining: Store credit of $5Portland Press Herald, 1/19/09
- Cities take extra steps to keep homeless warmPortland Press Herald, 1/16/09
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