French Health Authorities Warn of Heavy Metal Exposure in Food Amid New Cadmium Ban Proposal
French health authorities warn of heavy metal exposure in food, while new legislation aims to ban cadmium-containing fertilizers to reduce health risks.
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Air Pollution Advisory Activated in Lyon Due to Elevated Particulate Matter Levels
Lyon authorities activate air pollution advisory on January 19 due to rising PM2.5 levels, issuing public health recommendations and activity restrictions.
Administrative Tribunal Halts Bugey Nuclear Expansion Over Ecological Concerns
Lyon's administrative tribunal has stopped the expansion of the Bugey nuclear plant, citing inadequate ecological assessment and legal flaws in urban planning approvals.
Thousands of French Medical Experts Warn Against EU Pesticide Deregulation
Thousands of French health and scientific professionals alarmed by EU plans that could weaken pesticide regulations, calling for urgent government action.
PFAS Contamination Forces Drinking Water Ban in Ardennes Villages Affecting 3,500 Residents
PFAS contamination in Malandry and nearby villages has forced a tap water ban affecting thousands in the Ardennes, highlighting a growing environmental health crisis in France’s Grand Est region.
Air Pollution Costs Île-de-France €28 Billion Annually
Air pollution in Île-de-France is costing the region €28 billion annually.