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🏠 Household

Household Health Findings

Research-backed health and safety findings about everyday household products. Includes 2 high-concern findings.

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High concern

Primark HV Pumpkin Plush Gonk and HW Mini Gonk🏠 Household

Primark recalls Halloween Pumpkin Plush Gonk and Mini Gonk over possible asbestos in sand filling

Primark is recalling its HV Pumpkin Plush Gonk and HW Mini Gonk because the sealed sand filling may contain small amounts of asbestos. Stop using them and return them to any Primark store for a full refund; no receipt is needed.

High Concern
📰 News reportOPSS
Oct 13, 2026
Flymo SimpliTrim 230 AC and 230 Plus AC Trimmers🏠 Household

Flymo recalls SimpliTrim 230 AC and 230 Plus AC trimmers as spool cover may be ejected at speed

OPSS reports Flymo is recalling SimpliTrim 230 AC (9708376-01) and 230 Plus AC (9708377-01) trimmers because the spool cover may break and eject at high speed, risking injury. Stop use and return for a refund.

High Concern
📰 News reportOPSS
Oct 12, 2026
Household dust and cleaning practices🏠 Household

House cleaning during pregnancy associated with child developmental screening outcomes

A study examined how household cleaning behaviours in pregnancy relate to child development screening, noting house dust can contain phthalates, flame retardants and allergens.

Low Concern
📰 News reportMedical Xpress – Health
Oct 10, 2026
BPA-Free Plastic Bottles & Containers🏠 Household

BPA-Free Plastics May Pose Similar Health Risks With BPS Alternative

Some BPA-free plastics contain BPS, a chemical that has affected heart rhythm in rat studies and can mimic estrogen, similar to the restricted BPA. If you've switched to BPA-free products thinking they're safer, you may still be exposed to harmful chemicals with similar effects.

Medium Concern
🔬 Peer-reviewedEndocrinology Journal / University of Calgary
20Mar 8, 2025
Non-Stick Cookware (Teflon)🏠 Household

PFAS chemicals used in some non-stick coatings linked to thyroid and liver effects

Non-stick cookware coatings contain PFAS chemicals that build up in your body and stay there for years. These chemicals are linked to thyroid disease, liver damage, and a weaker immune system. If you cook regularly, switching to stainless steel or cast iron pans could reduce your exposure.

Medium Concern
🔬 Peer-reviewedThe Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology
18Dec 3, 2024

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