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News tagged with 'Endocrine Disruptors'

Get the BPA Out Of Baby Products Now- 3 States Say
Posted by Jane Akre
October 14, 2008 10:39 AM

Not waiting for the FDA to take any action on the plastic component BPA, three state Attorneys General have sent urgent letters to 11 manufacturers telling them to get the BPA out now. Bisphenol A is an endocrine disruptor that may affect children and adults.

Vinyl Shower Curtains Contain Potentially Toxic Chemicals
Posted by Jane Akre
June 17, 2008 4:32 PM

Vinyl shower curtains tested by The Center for Health, Environment, and Justice (CHEJ) from five popular retailers, were found to contain high concentrations of polyvinyl chloride (PCV) chemicals associated with cancer and other health problems. The amount of chemicals present was 16 times greater than the guideline for indoor air quality. 

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