A new study has revealed that daily exposure to toxic chemicals called phthalates, commonly used in the manufacture of plastic food containers and many cosmetics, may lead to roughly 100,000 premature deaths among older Americans every year.
Category: Health Problems and Chemicals
Plastics in Poo: Babies have More than Adults, say scientists
The results of a new study have revealed that infants have higher amounts of one type of microplastic in their stool than adults.
High Levels of Toxins Found in More Baby Food: Government Report
A new report released September 29, 2021 finds more cases of major manufacturers selling baby food with high levels of toxic heavy metals.
The State vs Monsanto: Lawsuit filed over Toxic and Persistent PCB Chemicals
Delaware’s Attorney General (AG) has filed a lawsuit against Monsanto for PCB contamination–and the subsequent costs of clean-up of these toxins. The lawsuit argues that Monsanto manufactured the toxic chemicals for decades, despite knowing the dangers they posed to the environment and public health.
Obesity Link with Chemicals in Food, Products under Scrutiny from scientists
According to evidence presented at a recent scientific conference on endocrinology (hormonal system) everyday exposure to obesity-promoting chemicals (obesogens) represents a significant risk to public health.
Arsenic and Diabetes Link: Study
New research demonstrates how chronic arsenic exposure may contribute to the development of Type 2 diabetes.
RECALL: Chantix Anti-Smoking Drug contains Carcinogens
Pfizer Inc is recalling all lots of its anti-smoking drug Chantix because it contains high levels of cancer-causing agents.
Chemicals in Medical-Dental Products Linked with Breast Cancer, warn scientists
The increasing use of photo-initiator chemicals in everyday products, especially in medical settings, has raised concerns about their adverse effects on human health.
PFAS Chemicals Linked with Increased Diabetes Risk in Latina Teens
A new scientific longitudinal study has revealed PFAS “forever chemicals” may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes in Latino adolescent girls.
U.S. Military Leaving Behind PFAS, Other Highly Toxic Chemicals in Afghanistan
Some of the military bases the U.S. is leaving behind in Afghanistan are filled with toxic chemicals that can pose serious health and environmental problems, including substances that increase the risk of cancer and other diseases.. What is worse: these toxic sites may never get a full cleanup.
