Over 200 diseases and disabilities are now linked to toxins in our everyday environments. Toxic chemicals and heavy metals are widely used in manufacturing and threaten health and child development. Many types of cancer, as well as learning disabilities, asthma, infertility, Parkinson's Disease, brain damage and birth defects are now linked to the toxic substances found in our daily environments.

Safer alternatives exist for many chemicals of concern, and others can be developed with the right resources. The European Union has banned approximately 1,400 of the most toxic chemicals, and Connecticut companies will need to transition to safer alternatives to stay viable in the global market.

Governor Rell has the opportunity to safeguard our economy and our health by taking action on this issue. Clean Water Action is leading the Coalition for a Safe & Healthy CT, harnessing the energy of diverse members across the state all pressing for modern regulations that will do more to keep us safe.

Please take a minute to personalize a message to Governor Rell asking her to leady by reducing public exposure to toxic chemicals, and asking her to put resources toward identifying safer alternatives. There's no reason to delay protecting our health!