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Report: Water in D.C., Bethesda contains dangerous chemical

A report from the Environmental Working Group is raising eyebrows in homes across the region.

Tags: Environmental Protection Agency , D.C. Water and Sewer Authority , Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission , hexavalent chromium , chromium-6 , Jane Houlihan , Hank Silverberg

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Sunscreen doesn't have to be expensive

You don't have to spend a ton to get a sunscreen that protects against ultraviolet A and ultraviolet B radiation.

Tags: sunscreen , UVA rays , Consumer Reports , ultraviolet A rays , ultraviolet B rays , Tanning , Colleen Kelleher

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Produce may retain pesticides after washing

The U.S. Department of Agriculture says despite giving produce a thorough washing, chemical residue from pesticides can remain on the surface of your food.

Tags: produce , pesticides , U.S. Department of Agriculture , Amy Held , fruits , vegetables

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