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Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Trump EPA moves to roll back recent limits on ethyene oxide, a carcinogen

The EPA proposes rolling back Biden-era ethylene oxide emission limits, citing $630 million in cost savings for medical sterilization facilities while environmental groups warn of increased cancer risks to nearby communities.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

What are plasticizers, and are they bad for our health?

Plasticizers are a general term for a whole range of chemicals added to materials, typically plastic and rubber, to make them softer and more pliable. They're found in countless everyday items like plastic shower curtains, shrink-wrap, PVC raincoats or flexible tubing and wire insulation for homes. Plasticizers, sometimes called phthalates, are also found in cosmetics, like nail polishes, lotions and shampoos.
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Public health
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

NYU Langone Finds Microplastics in Prostate Tumors

NYU Langone researchers found plastic fragments in nine of ten prostate tumors, with cancerous tissue containing 2.5 times more plastic than benign tissue.
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