Chemical of the Month

Chemical of the Month

How much do you know about the life-threatening chemicals impacting Cancer Alley and throughout the state of Louisiana? Test your knowledge and learn more.

Test your knowledge

  • Brominated flame retardants (BFRs)

    A program of RISE St. James Louisiana and The Community Scientist (TCS) Research Team, led by Caitlion O. Hunter, Esq., Research & Policy Director at RISE St. James; Founder & CEO Sharon C. Lavigne; Chief Operating Officer Shamell Lavigne; Executive Marketing and Environmental Communications Consultant Gary C. Watson, Jr.; and…

  • Hexavalent chromium

    It’s a highly toxic form of the element chromium that causes serious harm too human health if inhaled or consumed through drinking water.

  • Ethylene Oxide

    It is colorless, odorless, and has no residue or distinct feeling when inhaled. But it is one of the single most dangerous substances produced in Louisiana today.

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