Opinion article in New York Times outlines children’s prenatal exposure to various toxic chemicals, discusses impact on fetal brain development and health consequences
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June 14, 2017
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January 27, 2017
Sulfated BPA a major metabolite in fetal blood
Scientists measure BPA metabolites and BPA alternatives in paired maternal and fetal cord blood; find low but significant levels of BPS; fetus’ level of total BPA metabolites higher than mother’s; BPA-sulfate higher than BPA-glucuronide
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June 13, 2018
Recommendations for non-toxic environment
Health and Environment Alliance (HEAL) calls on EU Commission to release strategy for non-toxic environment, recommends 12 priority actions
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April 9, 2014
Opinion: Shift burden of proof to manufacturers
The Hill commentary suggests shifting burden of proof to manufacturers; stresses the need for protection of vulnerable subpopulations under reformed TSCA
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June 15, 2022
Washington State regulating chemicals of concern in food packaging
US state of Washington Department of Ecology publishes reports on phenolic compounds (e.g. bisphenols) and PFAS in certain food packaging types triggering countdown until new restrictions; phenolic compounds in drink can coatings to be restricted beginning June 2023; PFAS to be banned in bags and sleeves, bowls, flat serviceware, open-top containers, and closed containers by May 2024
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February 2, 2017
Impact of EDCs on fertility and health
Expert panel discusses health effects of endocrine disruptors at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; video recording available
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January 26, 2015
Phthalate exposure in pregnancy may alter maternal hormone levels
Urinary phthalate metabolites may be associated with altered maternal serum thyroid and sex hormone levels in Puerto Rican mothers
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September 5, 2019
France: Second national strategy on EDCs
France publishes second national strategy on endocrine disrupting chemicals; plans creation of EDC list in 2020, followed by education campaigns; calls for tighter and more harmonized EDC regulations EU-wide; allocates funds to support EDC research
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September 11, 2013
NGO report on prenatal BPA exposure
US Breast Cancer Fund publishes report on prenatal BPA exposure and disrupted development, stresses adverse effects of BPA exposure during pregnancy
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February 5, 2021
New book discusses chemical pollution, reproductive health
Reproductive epidemiologist Shanna Swan publishes book discussing link between declining sperm count and chemical pollution; describes observed changes in sexual development, effect on long-term health; offers advice on how to protect oneself and unborn life from chemical exposure; upcoming webinar scheduled for February 23, 2021
