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This story is part of a series, “Fighting ‘Forever Chemicals’: Women face pervasive PFAS risks.” For decades, physicians and scientists have touted breast milk as liquid gold for its immunological benefits. But nursing parents with considerable exposure to cancer-linked “forever chemicals,” or PFAS, may unwittingly be exposing their babies to these compounds, as well —…
Chemicals found in common household disinfectants, glues, and furniture textiles could damage supporting cells in the brain during critical stages of their development, a new study based on human cell cultures and mice has found.
The findings of a first-of-its-kind study published Monday link flame retardant chemicals in the United States to a higher risk of dying from cancer-related illness.