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Artificial turf may be greener than real grass in some ways, but environmentalists worry it may be poisoning our kids with toxic chemical exposures. Credit: Francois W. Nel

Artificial Turf Issues

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Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that playing on artificial turf fields can cause cancer? If so, how can I minimize exposure for my sports-loving kids? — Melanie Witmer, Syracuse, NY Just when you thought it was safe to play soccer on that brand new synthetic turf field, it may be time to think again. Those little […]