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August 31, 2015
New study finds no associations between prenatal exposure to phthalates and percent body fat in childhood
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August 24, 2015
New report by Environmental Working Group suggests that exposure to PFOA might not be safe at any level
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August 24, 2015
Study shows that breast milk is major source of exposure to perfluorinated chemicals for infants; researchers express concern but do not discourage breastfeeding
Topics: exposure, fluorinated substances
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July 24, 2015
New study finds high BPA concentrations in air and surface water near industrial sites; proposes new routes of exposure
Topics: bisphenol A, exposure
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July 23, 2015
New study finds correlation between prenatal exposure to two phthalate metabolites and certain fetal growth parameters; overall little evidence of associations of BPA or phthalate exposure with fetal growth
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July 20, 2015
New study investigates in vivo and in vitro exposure to BPA; indicates link between BPA exposure and obesity in women
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July 20, 2015
Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Units host endocrine disruptor webinar on July 22, 2015; new scientific studies on EDC exposure and reproductive and pediatric health will be discussed
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July 9, 2015
Phthalates DINP and DIDP detected in urine of children and teenagers, elevated levels associated with increases in blood pressure
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July 8, 2015
EFSA’s CEF Panel calls for feedback on draft scientific opinion on the safety assessment of food contact materials; public consultation open until October 7, 2015
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July 2, 2015
New study links prenatal exposure to phthalates and phenols to altered gene expression in placenta of pregnant women
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