Ban Sought on Phthalates in Toys Across Industry
Two environmental groups urge a broad ban on phthalates used to soften plastics in toys. They warn that many teething rings dolls and cups contain the chemical, which causes animal liver damage at high doses. Experts disagree on human risk, while Europe bans exist and U S manufacturers plan phaseouts.
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Toy Industry
Greenpeace
The
National Environmental Trust
David Ozonoff
Department of Environmental Health
Boston University
U.S
Mattel Inc
American Council On Science and Health
C. Everett Koop
Joe DiGangi
James Santory
Chemical Manufacturers Association
Santory
Harvey Karp
University of California, Los Angeles
Karp
Asthma Rates Among Olympic Athletes Linked to Sport Choice
University of Iowa researchers note a high asthma rate among elite athletes may reflect exertion levels. Cycling and mountain biking show about 50 percent asthma incidence, while badminton and volleyball sit around 7.5 percent. Among U.S. Olympians with asthma, nearly 30 percent won medals.
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Johnson County
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Iowa City
University of Iowa
Dent
U of I
U.S
Fire reveals marijuana plants in suspected growing operation
Iowa City fire battalion chief Elmer Brenneman says a Thursday fire is linked to a suspected growing operation with marijuana plants found in the home. Samples will go to the state Division of Criminal Investigation for testing. The case involves potential penalties for selling marijuana near schools or parks, with enhanced sentences for underage buyers within 1000 feet.
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Elmer Brenneman
Iowa City Fire Battalion
Horace Mann
Stephanie Heitman
Simpson open to joint custody with maternal grandparents
Dr. Simpson said he would not object to sharing custody with the children's maternal grandparents Juditha and Lou Brown as long as he retains physical custody. The children Sydney 13 and Justin 10 already spend time with the Browns in Laguna Beach and he speaks with them regularly about their welfare.
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Simpson
Judy Brown
City Briefs Local Events and Services Advertised
Evening bingo at Hawkeye Downs with a five dollar admission. A meat pie and baklava dozen sale listed with a phone contact. Tama Kings and Queens coaches linked to local event with a separate number. Internal medicine practice advertises contact details and hours.
DOT evaluates deer reflector project on Marion bypass
Iowa DOT teams with natural resources to study car deer crashes next year. Reflectors installed last fall reflect a red beam. upkeep is simple but effectiveness remains inconclusive. Researchers explore infrared deer sensors and fencing to steer wildlife away from highways.
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DOT
Marion
Jeff Tjaden
Tjaden
Minnesota
Tim Crouch
DOT Engineering
Ames
Iowa
Departments of Transportation and Natural Resources
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