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Prenatal exposure to toxic forever chemicals may harm children’s heart health

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . “Forever chemical” exposure during pregnancy could impact children’s CV health later. Males and Black children ... Read More

How these chemicals went everywhere and threatened our health

These chemicals continue to contaminate Americans’ food, decades after scientists recognized their dangers. Read More

Exposure to phthalates during pregnancy can affect a newborn’s brain development, study finds

Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple. Sign up for CNN’s Life, But Better newsletter for information and tools designed to improve your well-being. Phthalates — the synthetic ... Read More

Exposure to 'forever chemicals' before birth linked to higher blood pressure in kids

The association was stronger for teens, boys and Black children. Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) -- toxic chemicals found in products like nonstick pans and personal care items -- can linger ... Read More

Selenium exposure during pregnancy may reduce childhood streptococcal infections

Higher maternal selenium levels during pregnancy were associated with a lower risk of streptococcal infections in children, suggesting a potential protective effect. Scientists from Hokkaido ... Read More

Exposure to phthalates during pregnancy can affect a newborn’s brain development, study finds

Phthalates — the synthetic chemicals used in everyday products for food packaging, personal care, toys and more — have been linked to abnormal neurological development in infants. Now, scientists may ... Read More