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Don’t get tricked into buying toxic Halloween products

What’s scarier than the pint-sized vampires, mummies and ghosts who will roam the streets this Halloween? The toxic chemicals that can be found in many Halloween products on store shelves.

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Halloween gear at popular retailers can contain toxic chemicals, report

HealthyStuff.org report offers consumer tips for a safer Halloween Washington, DC – Heavy metals and other additives are commonly found in Halloween costumes and accessories, according to a new report released today and available at  HealthyStuff.org. The non-profit group tested 44 costumes, 40 accessories and 21 decorations and party favors. Their testing found toxic chemicals […]

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Don’t be scared by Toxics this Halloween!

Halloween is only one week away. Get ready for the scary fun in your neighborhood but don’t get scared by toxics in your costumes. Three of our coalition partners have great tips on ways to make this Halloween safe for you and your whole family. Check them out and share the info with friends and family! […]

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