Category Archives: Personal Health

Thursday, July 17, 5:30-6:30pm. Online. Join Community Action Works as panelists discuss the urgent issue of “forever chemicals” or PFAS. PFAS are linked to cancer and developmental problems. When they get into our drinking water, they threaten our health and … Read More

Plastic Free July is an annual event that began in Western Australia in 2011 and has spread across the globe. It aims to raise awareness of the amount of plastic in our lives by encouraging people to reduce their reliance … Read More

As flowers bloom and lawns turn vibrant green, many Newton homeowners are planning how to maintain their outdoor spaces. But before reaching for chemical fertilizers and pesticides in pursuit of the perfect lawn, consider the risks—these products often contain toxins … Read More

Saturday, July 5, 1pm. Front Steps of Newton City Hall (1000 Commonwealth Ave., Newton). Learn how trees keep us cool. We’ll use infrared thermometers to measure the temperature of different surfaces in the sun and in the shade. We’ll see … Read More

Wednesday, April 30, 7-8pm. Hunnewell Elementary School (28 Cameron Street, Wellesley). Join pediatrician and chief science officer at the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, Dr. Lindsey Burghardt, as she discusses “Climate, Kids and Health (Physical & Mental).” … Read More