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BPA substitutes linked to obesity in children and teens

"Replacing BPA with similar chemicals does nothing to mitigate the harms chemical exposure has on our health"

Two chemicals used as substitutes for bisphenol A (BPA) may contribute to childhood weight gain and obesity, according to a study published today in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.

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A common household chemical may cause thyroid problems for cats

Many older cats suffer from health problems caused by a hyperactive thyroid, and while there's no single cause of the condition, hormone-disturbing chemicals in the environment are thought to be an important factor.

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Sperm counts are on the decline – could plastics be to blame?

A recent study that tested both men and dogs added to concerns that chemicals in the environment are damaging the quality and quantity of sperm

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Shrimp in England's rural rivers are laced with traces of cocaine

A new study also detected low levels of dozens of pharmaceuticals and pesticides in shrimp from the county of Suffolk.

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Jerry Heindel: A new hub for the science of hormone disruptors

When I was a Scientific Program Administrator at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) I saw a lot of scientists doing strong research on endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs).

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How to minimize exposures to hormone disrupters

Experts say adults and children alike can benefit from avoiding canned goods and certain plastics and substituting natural products for commercial cleaning products.

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In a scientific first, researchers gave people BPA — and saw a link to precursor of type 2 diabetes

A first-of-its-kind study of a small group of people exposed to a very small amount of bisphenol-A (BPA) is raising questions about the federal government's stance that low doses of the common chemical are safe — as well as the ethics of conducting such an experiment on humans.

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Naomi Oreskes: Science or quackery? The study of hormones has been both, a new book suggests

Randi Hutter Epstein’s “Aroused” looks at the history of hormone research and the many missteps along the way.

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Chemicals in food may harm children, pediatricians’ group says

A major pediatricians' group is urging families to limit the use of plastic food containers, cut down on processed meat during pregnancy and consume more whole fruits and vegetables rather than processed food.

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Surprise! This shark looks like a male on the outside, but it’s made babies

External male reproductive organs hid internal female capacity to give birth among hermaphrodite sharks in India.

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Toxic chemicals found in Canadian baby products, study finds

Two-thirds of Canadian-made and imported items in a study, including baby mats, bibs and blankets, were found to contain compounds with known links to cancer and hormone-related illnesses.

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Dirty air can harm the brain and stress the body

New research shows that polluted air can mess with the bodies — including the brains — of even healthy kids and teens.

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Is BPA safe? FDA touts new study showing 'minimal' effects, but experts are wary

This is the first of two parts of a major study evaluating the potential health effects of BPA. The final conclusions won't be available until 2019.

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Chemical in plastic that wreaks havoc with hormones may be impossible to avoid, study finds

“You can choose to go organic, you can become a vegan, but according to this particular study, you couldn’t choose to be free of BPA in your diet.”

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Birth control pills still linked to breast cancer, study finds

Women using birth control pills and I.U.D.s that release hormones face a higher risk than those using methods without hormones, scientists in Denmark reported.

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Former firefighters describe how they used foam with PFAS chemicals at Pittsburgh's airport for decades

The foam, required by the Federal Aviation Administration, contains chemicals that are harmful and don't break down. Former firefighters say the foam was used liberally and rarely cleaned up.

BPA substitutes linked to obesity in children and teens

"Replacing BPA with similar chemicals does nothing to mitigate the harms chemical exposure has on our health"

A common household chemical may cause thyroid problems for cats

Sperm counts are on the decline – could plastics be to blame?

Shrimp in England's rural rivers are laced with traces of cocaine

Jerry Heindel: A new hub for the science of hormone disruptors

How to minimize exposures to hormone disrupters

In a scientific first, researchers gave people BPA — and saw a link to precursor of type 2 diabetes

Naomi Oreskes: Science or quackery? The study of hormones has been both, a new book suggests

Chemicals in food may harm children, pediatricians’ group says

Surprise! This shark looks like a male on the outside, but it’s made babies

Toxic chemicals found in Canadian baby products, study finds

Dirty air can harm the brain and stress the body

Is BPA safe? FDA touts new study showing 'minimal' effects, but experts are wary

Chemical in plastic that wreaks havoc with hormones may be impossible to avoid, study finds

Birth control pills still linked to breast cancer, study finds

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NY seeks to be first state requiring ingredient labeling on menstrual products

Months after an EHN report on toxics in menstrual pads and diapers, New York lawmakers pass bill pushing for ingredient disclosure

WATCH: Investigative reporter talks about Bayer/Monsanto's efforts to discredit her work

"I really was just doing my job as a journalist."

Former firefighters describe how they used foam with PFAS chemicals at Pittsburgh's airport for decades

The foam, required by the Federal Aviation Administration, contains chemicals that are harmful and don't break down. Former firefighters say the foam was used liberally and rarely cleaned up.

How toxic PFAS chemicals could be making their way into food from Pennsylvania farms

The chemicals—linked to cancer, thyroid disease, and ulcerative colitis—have been detected in a type of fertilizer used on farms throughout the state.

PFAS contamination is likely at Pittsburgh airport. Airports may face legal challenges by doing nothing.

Airport officials say they're doing everything the law requires regarding PFAS. Experts say the law doesn't go far enough.

"Replacing BPA with similar chemicals does nothing to mitigate the harms chemical exposure has on our health"

Environmental victories are rare. Here's a look at some of the earliest heroes in a victory-in-progress.

Months after an EHN report on toxics in menstrual pads and diapers, New York lawmakers pass bill pushing for ingredient disclosure

"I really was just doing my job as a journalist."

The foam, required by the Federal Aviation Administration, contains chemicals that are harmful and don't break down. Former firefighters say the foam was used liberally and rarely cleaned up.

The chemicals—linked to cancer, thyroid disease, and ulcerative colitis—have been detected in a type of fertilizer used on farms throughout the state.

Airport officials say they're doing everything the law requires regarding PFAS. Experts say the law doesn't go far enough.

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