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Plummeting Sperm Counts Linked to Plastic Additives Amid Failed Pollution Treaty
A leading reproductive scientist warns of plummeting sperm counts globally, declining approximately 1% annually since 1950 and accelerating to over 2% after 2000, primarily due to endocrine-disrupting chemicals in plastics; the recent failure of a crucial plastic pollution treaty further exacerbates...
Plummeting Sperm Counts Linked to Plastic Additives Amid Failed Pollution Treaty
A leading reproductive scientist warns of plummeting sperm counts globally, declining approximately 1% annually since 1950 and accelerating to over 2% after 2000, primarily due to endocrine-disrupting chemicals in plastics; the recent failure of a crucial plastic pollution treaty further exacerbates...
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40% Bias Score
DEHP Exposure Linked to 356,000 Heart Disease Deaths in 2018
A study in Lancet eBioMedicine linked daily exposure to the phthalate DEHP, found in plastics, to over 356,000 heart disease deaths globally in 2018 among those aged 55-64, prompting calls for stricter regulations.
DEHP Exposure Linked to 356,000 Heart Disease Deaths in 2018
A study in Lancet eBioMedicine linked daily exposure to the phthalate DEHP, found in plastics, to over 356,000 heart disease deaths globally in 2018 among those aged 55-64, prompting calls for stricter regulations.
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36% Bias Score
Phthalates Linked to Hundreds of Thousands of Global Heart Disease Deaths
A new study links the chemical Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), found in various consumer products, to an estimated 368,764 global deaths from heart disease in 2018 among people aged 55-64, with Africa and East Asia disproportionately affected.
Phthalates Linked to Hundreds of Thousands of Global Heart Disease Deaths
A new study links the chemical Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), found in various consumer products, to an estimated 368,764 global deaths from heart disease in 2018 among people aged 55-64, with Africa and East Asia disproportionately affected.
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48% Bias Score
Plastic Chemical DEHP Linked to 350,000 Heart Disease Deaths Globally
A new study estimates that exposure to DEHP, a chemical in many plastics, contributed to 350,000 heart disease deaths globally in 2018, with India experiencing the highest mortality at over 100,000 deaths; researchers suggest avoiding microwaving and dishwashing plastics to reduce exposure.
Plastic Chemical DEHP Linked to 350,000 Heart Disease Deaths Globally
A new study estimates that exposure to DEHP, a chemical in many plastics, contributed to 350,000 heart disease deaths globally in 2018, with India experiencing the highest mortality at over 100,000 deaths; researchers suggest avoiding microwaving and dishwashing plastics to reduce exposure.
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40% Bias Score
Prenatal Phthalate Exposure Linked to Lower Attention Spans in Infants
An Emory University study found a link between higher prenatal phthalate levels in mothers and lower attention spans and slower reaction times in their newborns, due to decreased levels of tyrosine and tryptophan, amino acids crucial for brain development and neurotransmitter production.
Prenatal Phthalate Exposure Linked to Lower Attention Spans in Infants
An Emory University study found a link between higher prenatal phthalate levels in mothers and lower attention spans and slower reaction times in their newborns, due to decreased levels of tyrosine and tryptophan, amino acids crucial for brain development and neurotransmitter production.
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400+ Chemicals in Plastics Linked to Breast Cancer, Disproportionately Affecting Young Women
Over 400 chemicals in common plastics are linked to breast cancer, disproportionately impacting young women due to widespread exposure from food packaging and personal care products; the study highlights the urgent need for stronger regulations and reduced plastic production.
400+ Chemicals in Plastics Linked to Breast Cancer, Disproportionately Affecting Young Women
Over 400 chemicals in common plastics are linked to breast cancer, disproportionately impacting young women due to widespread exposure from food packaging and personal care products; the study highlights the urgent need for stronger regulations and reduced plastic production.
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64% Bias Score
Harmful Chemicals Found in Children's Mattresses Pose Serious Health Risks
A University of Toronto study revealed concerning levels of phthalates, flame retardants, and UV filters in children's mattresses, significantly impacting air quality in their bedrooms and posing serious health risks due to the chemicals' links to neurological harm, asthma, and cancer.
Harmful Chemicals Found in Children's Mattresses Pose Serious Health Risks
A University of Toronto study revealed concerning levels of phthalates, flame retardants, and UV filters in children's mattresses, significantly impacting air quality in their bedrooms and posing serious health risks due to the chemicals' links to neurological harm, asthma, and cancer.
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56% Bias Score
Phthalates Linked to Hundreds of Thousands of Heart Disease Deaths Globally
A new global study finds that Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), a phthalate commonly found in plastics and personal care products, may have contributed to 356,238 deaths from heart disease in 2018 among men and women aged 55-64, impacting regions like Africa and East Asia most severely.
Phthalates Linked to Hundreds of Thousands of Heart Disease Deaths Globally
A new global study finds that Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), a phthalate commonly found in plastics and personal care products, may have contributed to 356,238 deaths from heart disease in 2018 among men and women aged 55-64, impacting regions like Africa and East Asia most severely.
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48% Bias Score
Phthalate Exposure Linked to Hundreds of Thousands of Heart Disease Deaths Globally
A global study published in eBiomedicine found that the phthalate DEHP contributed to 368,764 deaths from heart disease in 2018 among people aged 55-64, with Africa and East Asia particularly affected; researchers analyzed urine samples and death statistics across 200 countries.
Phthalate Exposure Linked to Hundreds of Thousands of Heart Disease Deaths Globally
A global study published in eBiomedicine found that the phthalate DEHP contributed to 368,764 deaths from heart disease in 2018 among people aged 55-64, with Africa and East Asia particularly affected; researchers analyzed urine samples and death statistics across 200 countries.
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44% Bias Score
Children's Mattresses Emit Toxic Chemicals, Posing Developmental Risks
New research reveals that children's mattresses release harmful chemicals like phthalates and flame retardants, exceeding safe limits and posing developmental and hormonal risks; studies highlight the need for stronger regulations and safer product designs.
Children's Mattresses Emit Toxic Chemicals, Posing Developmental Risks
New research reveals that children's mattresses release harmful chemicals like phthalates and flame retardants, exceeding safe limits and posing developmental and hormonal risks; studies highlight the need for stronger regulations and safer product designs.
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52% Bias Score
Microplastics in Dementia Patients' Brains Linked to Microwave Use of Plastics
A new study links higher levels of microplastics in the brains of dementia patients to the use of plastic containers in microwaves, urging people to switch to safer alternatives like glass or stainless steel to reduce exposure to harmful chemicals and microplastics that may increase dementia risk an...
Microplastics in Dementia Patients' Brains Linked to Microwave Use of Plastics
A new study links higher levels of microplastics in the brains of dementia patients to the use of plastic containers in microwaves, urging people to switch to safer alternatives like glass or stainless steel to reduce exposure to harmful chemicals and microplastics that may increase dementia risk an...
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64% Bias Score
Harvard Doctor Issues Warning: Fragrances Linked to Cancer and Infertility
Harvard professor Dr. Trisha Pasricha warns against using perfumes and colognes due to evidence linking phthalates, endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in many scented products, to cancer, infertility, and other health problems; the FDA lacks sufficient data on their safety, while stricter regulati...
Harvard Doctor Issues Warning: Fragrances Linked to Cancer and Infertility
Harvard professor Dr. Trisha Pasricha warns against using perfumes and colognes due to evidence linking phthalates, endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in many scented products, to cancer, infertility, and other health problems; the FDA lacks sufficient data on their safety, while stricter regulati...
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64% Bias Score
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