FMCs linked to problems in conception and pregnancy

New studies presented at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine annual meeting: BPA linked to miscarriages, phthalates to lower male fecundity

Transgenerational effects and EDCs

Environmental Health Perspectives reports on transgenerational effects of EDCs, new NIEHS research to investigate mechanisms and number of chemicals involved

How pregnant women can reduce toxic chemical exposure

NGO blog gives guidance for pregnant women on how to avoid toxic chemicals, addresses food contact materials

US EPA withdraws rules on “chemicals of concern list” and information disclosure

Huffington Post reports on withdrawal of two proposed rules by the US EPA, no longer necessary due to other efforts

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

Review on BPA and human health

Extensive review on detrimental effect of BPA on human health

ECHA launches public consultation on BPA

The European Chemicals Agency seeks input on reclassification of bisphenol A regarding its reproductive toxicity category

BPA linked to breast cancer

BPA found to induce malignant mammary gland cancer in rats

How new research will shed light on BPA

Innovative research program CLARITY-BPA unites regulatory risk assessors and academic researchers, studies BPA’s hazards; first results expected in early 2015

ACC relaunches website on BPA

“Facts About BPA” website to inform consumers and experts about BPA