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Plastic toxin linked to nearly 2 million premature births and infant deaths worldwide
Researchers link two plastic chemicals to nearly 2 million premature births and 74,000 newborn deaths worldwide in 2018, citing a potential toxin that may be contributing to infant mortality and prematurity.
A recent study suggests that two common plastic chemicals used to make plastics more flexible may be linked to nearly 2 million premature births and 74,000 newborn deaths worldwide in 2018, raising concerns about the health risks associated with infant exposure to these toxins. The study found a significant association between the use of phthalates and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) chemicals and adverse birth outcomes. Further research is needed to confirm the findings and understand the extent of the problem.
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