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Good news – Walgreens developing a chemicals policy!

Mind the Store Walgreens Action

I have some exciting news! Since we launched the Mind the Store campaign nearly two years ago, we’ve been calling on the nation’s biggest retailers to get serious about toxic chemicals in their products. Last year we challenged Walgreens, the nation’s #1 pharmacy chain, to adopt a comprehensive chemicals policy. Guess what? They are listening […]

Posted Apr 8, 2015 by Mike Schade

Toxic chemicals in your child’s “trick or treat” bag or Halloween costume?

A new study released today by HealthyStuff.org found elevated levels of toxic chemicals in popular Halloween costumes, accessories and even “trick or treat” bags. Dangerous chemicals like phthalates, flame retardants, vinyl (PVC) plastic, organotins, and even lead – all of which are on our Hazardous 100+ list.

Posted Oct 28, 2014 by Mike Schade

Three new reasons retailers must ban triclosan

Last week, Bloomberg News broke a major story that shined the light on the dangers of triclosan, a hormone-disrupting chemical commonly used in antibacterial soaps and even Colgate Total toothpaste.

Posted Aug 19, 2014 by Mike Schade

Traders on Wall Street agree, safe products for all

I myself joined our allies outside of the company’s flagship store in the heart of Wall Street passing out flyers and talking with stockbrokers, customers and tourists walking by. If other major retailers like Target and Walmart can begin addressing toxics, why can’t Walgreens?

Posted Jul 25, 2014 by Mike Schade

Walgreens breaks silence as “Week of Action” launches

This week, concerned parents and health advocates from around the U.S. are turning out at Walgreens stores and going online as part of a national Mind the Store “Week of Action” to ask the large pharmacy chain to take strong steps toward selling safer products. This follows our April 16th day of action where concerned parents and advocates across the country held events at over 60 Walgreens stores nationwide.

Posted Jul 14, 2014 by Tony Iallonardo

Walgreens’ double standard – toxic chemicals banned in Europe, still sold in America?

One month ago today, moms, nurses, environmental health and consumer advocates coast to coast gathered outside of over 50 Walgreens stores, from Maine to Alaska, calling on the company to phase out unnecessary toxic chemicals like phthalates from products on their store shelves. Advocates spoke to Walgreens customers as well as store managers, returning products […]

Posted May 16, 2014 by Mike Schade

Walgreens customers raise concerns about toxic chemicals

Say no to Toxics! Mind the Store in Atlanta

Today concerned parents and health advocates coast to coast are gathering outside nearly 50 Walgreens stores to call on the retailer to eliminate unnecessary dangerous chemicals from their store shelves.

Posted Apr 17, 2014 by Lindsay Dahl

Health Advocates Descend On Walgreens Stores

Walgreens Postcard Image

Today concerned parents and health advocates coast to coast are gathering outside nearly 50 Walgreens stores to call on the retailer to eliminate unnecessary dangerous chemicals from their store shelves. Walgreens is the largest drugstore chain in the country, and despite being a company dedicated to health and wellness, unfortunately it continues to sell products containing […]

Posted Apr 16, 2014 by Mike Schade

You can’t fool us Walgreens

It’s April Fools’ Day, and this is no joke – while other big retailers like Target and Walmart are beginning to tackle toxic chemicals, Walgreens has yet to develop a comprehensive plan to address toxic chemicals in the products they sell. As the nation’s largest drugstore chain, they have a moral responsibility to sell products […]

Posted Apr 1, 2014 by Mike Schade

Can you hear us Walgreens?

By Maureen Swanson, Learning Disabilities Association of America Walgreens is pretty amazing. A little over a decade ago, the national drug store chain overhauled the way they hire, train, and retain employees. Walgreens initiated a program to hire people with physical, developmental and intellectual disabilities that involved major changes to their company processes, practices and […]

Posted Jan 3, 2014 by Guest Blogger

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