Posts with Author: Aurelia Yee
Your Guide to Reliable Science Resources on Chemical Health Risks
How to find and understand credible research on carcinogens and endocrine disrupting chemicals When you’re trying to understand the health risks of chemicals in our environment, it can feel overwhelming to sift through countless websites, studies, and claims....Honoring Deb Cole: A Decade of Dedication and a Million-Dollar Milestone for Prevention
Over 12 years, Deb Cole has raised over $1 million for breast cancer prevention through her annual New England Peaks for Prevention.
BCPP’s Safer Holiday Shopping Guide
Support breast cancer prevention this October while shopping brands that share our commitment to health and safety.
What the Fragrance Industry Doesn’t Want You to Know
A recently released BCPP report reveals more evidence making the case for the federal Safer Beauty Bill Package…and some may say it’s right under our noses. Released in July 2025, Right to Know: Just How Hazardous Are Fragrances details the health risks of being...California Must Lead on the Hidden Threat of Microplastics
By Dr. Tracey Woodruff Science is sounding the alarm. Microplastics have been found in breast milk, placental tissue, and even in newborns’ first bowel movements—meaning exposure begins before birth and continues for life. Inside the body, microplastics act like...Impact Report: Q3 2025
Welcome to October, known as Breast Cancer PREVENTION Month at BCPP! While October is often synonymous with pink ribbons and awareness campaigns, thanks to your support, we at BCPP focus on a powerful truth: most breast cancer is preventable. With less than 10% of...Safer Shopping Starts Here: BCPP’s 2025 Prevention Gift Guide
Support breast cancer prevention this October while shopping brands that share our commitment to health and safety.
The Hidden Health Risks of Artificial Turf: What Every Parent and Community Should Know
At a Glance Bottom Line: Artificial turf fields contain hundreds of toxic chemicals linked to breast cancer and other health problems, with young girls and athletes at highest risk. As schools and communities increasingly choose artificial turf for its convenience and...Has Europe’s Safer Chemical Policy Translated to Lower Breast Cancer Rates?
Advocates point to Europe’s more protective chemical regulations- have these policies resulted in lower breast cancer rates in Europe compared to the United States?