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Environmental Protection Agency — In general though, because pesticides are suppose to prevent, destroy, or repel pests they can also be dangerous or hazardous to humans, animals or the environment. The signal word on the label(s) will tell you how dangerous a pesticide is to ...More…
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Chemical Emergenicies
Red Cross — Chemicals are a natural and important part of our environment. Even though we often don't think about it, we use chemicals every day. Chemicals help keep our food fresh and our bodies clean. They help our plants grow and fuel our cars. And ...More…
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Can I Use Paint and Household Chemicals While Pregnant?
Kids Health — During pregnancy, try to steer clear of certain household chemicals, such as some paints, paint thinners, oven cleaners, varnish removers, and carpet cleaners. These may be harmful, especially in high doses. However, although chemicals like ...More…
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La etiqueta es la ley
Environmental Protection Agency — Las siguientes medidas ayudarán a proteger a sus niños de riesgos ambientales en el hogar: Nunca lo aplique sobre llagas, heridas, cortaduras o irritaciones de la piel. Tampoco lo aplique a los ojos, nariz, labios, manos o directamente en la ...More…
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The Label is the Law
Environmental Protection Agency — These simple steps can help you save children from environmental hazards around the home: Pesticide products, household cleaning products, and pet products can be dangerous or ineffective if too much or too little is used. There are no visible ...More…
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Home and Garden Tips
NRCS Home About Us News Programs Technical Resources Partnerships Features Contact Us You can reduce your use of hazardous household products by choosing safer, less-toxic products. Avoid household products with hazardous ingredients, or handle ...More…
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Los Productos para la limpieza
American Veterinary & Medical Associatio — Lo Que Usted Debe Saber Sobre Los Peligros del Hogar Para Las Mascotas Cada hogar utiliza una variedad de artículos y substancias de uso cotidiano que pueden ser peligrosos o incluso fatales si son ingeridos por los perros y gatos. Usted puede ...More…
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What you should know about household hazards to pets
American Veterinary & Medical Associatio — Every home contains a variety of everyday items and substances that can be dangerous or even fatal if ingested by dogs and cats. You can protect your pet's health by becoming aware of the most common health hazards found in many pet-owning ...More…
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Poisoning: First aid
Mayo Clinic — Many conditions mimic the signs and symptoms of poisoning, including seizures, alcohol intoxication, stroke and insulin reaction. So look for the signs and symptoms listed below if you suspect poisoning, but check with the poison control center ...More…
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Household Chemicals Chart: Whats in my House?
Clevand Clinic — Potentially dangerous chemicals can be found in every room in your home. If not properly stored or used, these products could end up in you or your child's body or on you or your child's skin and cause minor to serious and even life-threatening .. ...More…
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Household Chemicals: The Basics
Clevand Clinic — A toxic substance is any chemical or mixture that is harmful to the environment, animals, or to human health if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin. A poison is another name for a toxic substance that kills, injures or impairs a ...More…
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Municipal Solid Waste / Wastes / US EPA
Environmental Protection Agency — Municipal Solid Waste in the United States: Facts and Figures Across the country, many communities, businesses, and individuals have found creative ways to reduce and better manage Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) - This section describes the ...More…