The dangers of PFAS contamination continue to dominate headlines, drawing attention to the widespread impact of these harmful chemicals on public health and the environment. Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition (MBCC) is dedicated to raising awareness and advocating for stronger protections. Please take a moment to review these articles to better understand the scope of PFAS … Read more
Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition (MBCC) is honored to share a newly published study, REACHing for PFAS solutions: how two communities responded to drinking water contamination, featured in the Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences. Cheryl Osimo, MBCC’s Executive Director, is among the authors of this important research, which reflects the collaborative efforts of PFAS-REACH, a … Read more
Silent Spring Institute’s Study Sheds Light on the Occupational Hazards Female Firefighters Face Firefighters are our heroes, rushing toward danger to protect our communities. Yet their dedication comes at a significant cost: firefighters experience some of the highest rates of cancer among any profession. For female firefighters, the risks are even more concerning. A new … Read more
Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition (MBCC) is excited to share that the Massachusetts legislature has passed a bill to protect firefighters from PFAS! S.2902, “An Act Relative to the Reduction of Certain Toxic Chemicals in Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment” is a constructive first step towards greater action to protect public health and demonstrates the state’s commitment … Read more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 CONTACT:Deirdre Cummings, Legislative Director, MASSPIRG, dcummings@masspirg.org, 978-201-6093 Alison Kenney, Communications Director, Office of state Rep. Kate Hogan, Alison.kenney@mahouse.gov, 617.722.2600 Ashley Benson, Director of Operations & Community Engagement, Office of state Sen. Julian Cyr, Ashley.Benson@masenate.gov, 617-722-1570 RELEASE: The time to protect public health from toxic PFAS is now Broad … Read more
