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The Presence of Toxic Chemicals in Reusable Women’s Hygiene Products A recent study has revealed that reusable women’s hygiene products, including period underwear and menstrual cups, may contain toxic chemicals known as PFAS. These substances, often referred to as “forever chemicals,” have raised concerns about their potential impact on health, especially for women who use […]

The Urban Heat Island Effect and Its Growing Impact The summer of 2025 has once again been marked by a series of intense heatwaves that have affected large parts of Europe. These extreme weather events have had the most severe impact on urban areas, where temperatures are significantly higher than in surrounding rural regions due […]

Growing Concern Over Toxic “Forever Chemicals” in Europe Toxic “forever chemicals,” known as perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are raising alarm across Europe. These synthetic compounds, which do not break down easily in the environment, have been detected in blood, food, and water at levels that could pose serious health risks. Their widespread presence has […]

The Impact of Urban Heat Islands in Europe The summer of 2025 has once again been marked by a series of intense heatwaves, affecting large parts of Europe. These extreme weather events have had the most severe impact on urban areas, where temperatures are significantly higher than in surrounding rural regions due to the Urban […]