The SEC’s Revolving Door
The agency is too cozy with the financial industry it oversees.
The SEC Foxes
For these suits going through the SEC’s revolving door, ethics rules are for the birds.
Mobile Mugging
If AT&T is allowed to acquire T-Mobile, just two wireless giants will control nearly 80 percent of the nation’s cellphone market.
Reducing Cell-Phone Radiation Risks
Gauging the precise dangers these gadgets pose to our health could take years, so let’s take precautions now.
An Unprecedented Attack from Polluters
The House has passed a devastating budget plan that would destroy bedrock safeguards that have protected our health and environment for decades.
Key Hand Sanitizer Ingredient May Cause More Harm than Good
Triclosan can impair thyroid function, upset estrogen and testosterone levels, and promote problems that could interfere with fetal development.
It’s Time to Protect Consumers from Toxic Chemicals
Because BPA is in canned food and receipts and on our money, it’s virtually impossible to avoid.
Filthy Factories Won’t Help Sick Kids
Infant’s Tylenol recall illustrates why we need government regulation.
Fragrances Can Really Stink
The diverse, and unknown, range of chemicals we’re exposed to is increasingly unhealthy.
Getting Sick Can Be Darned Risky
State medical authorities keep track of “physician errors” or “adverse incidents,” but they rarely share that information with us.
The Drug War has Failed. What’s Next?
The U.S. is paying a heavy price for its current stance on drug policy.
The Case for an International Food Safety Agency
The latest pandemic scare seems to be easing. It’s time to get the big picture on prevention right.