Prenatal exposure to “forever chemicals” linked to autistic traits in children, study finds

New research suggests that exposure to certain synthetic chemicals during early pregnancy may be linked to a higher likelihood of autistic traits in children. The study found that children whose ... Read More

New report raises concern over commonly used hormone-disrupting ... - MSN

New report raises concern over commonly used hormone-disrupting chemicals: 'There may be no safe dose for exposure' first appeared on The Cool Down. Read More

Study finds widespread exposure to hormone-disrupting chemical during ...

To study exposure levels during pregnancy, the researchers collected urine samples from 317 women in Rochester, N.Y. Read More

Exposure to flame-retardant chemicals may affect pregnancy outcomes

Pregnant women exposed to specific classes of flame-retardant chemicals may face an increased risk of preterm birth, especially for baby girls, or higher birth weights, according to a Rutgers ... Read More

Exposure to common phenols during pregnancy associated with asthma ...

Image: Adobe Stock. ‘Global concerns’ Phenols are commonly used in consumer products, such as cleaning solutions and cosmetics, according to a press release. Read More

What Are Obesogens? How chemicals may affect your weight

This may explain why changing food and exercise levels does not affect how much fat your body has. Research into this process is ongoing to understand better how obesogens limit fat loss. Read More

U.S. preschoolers are widely exposed to potentially harmful chemicals, study finds

Over 90% of the 2‑4 year‑olds tested had 34 different chemicals in their urine. Nine of these chemicals aren’t tracked in national health surveys. Read More

Toxic chemical exposure during pregnancy linked to serious health ...

Exposure to those toxins during pregnancy can create serious health issues in elementary school children that can affect their lives for years to come, a new study found. Read More

Exposure to Harmful Chemicals during Pregnancy may Cause ... - Medindia

Avoid phthalate exposure during pregnancy: Exposure to everyday chemicals (phthalates) during pregnancy may lead to early puberty in the child. Read More

Exposure to PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' in Pregnancy Could Boost Long-Term ...

FRIDAY, Sept. 6, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- PFAS “forever chemicals” could cause pregnant women to experience long-term weight gain, increasing their risk of obesity in middle age, a new study ... Read More

Exposure to forever chemicals before birth may raise blood pressure ...

The study underscores the importance of reducing exposure to forever chemicals during pregnancy, which may help to protect long-term cardiovascular health in children. Read More

Exposure to EDCs may negatively affect thyroid function, but more ...

SEATTLE — Repeated exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals may negatively affect thyroid function, especially for pregnant women and infants, but more research is needed on the synergistic ... Read More