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Study Finds Link Between Chemical in Plastics, Heart Disease, Diabetes


17 September 2008
Plastic Safety report - Download (WM) video clip
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Bisphenol A is everywhere. It is a chemical compound used in a lot of plastics we use - water and soda bottles, and even baby bottles
Bisphenol A is everywhere. It is a chemical compound used in a lot of plastics we use - water and soda bottles, and even baby bottles
Bisphenol A is a chemical used in making plastic bottles and most other plastic products we use every day.  Until now, the only indication that bisphenol A, or BPA, might be harmful came from studies using laboratory animals. Now, a study involving humans indicates exposure to the chemical may increase the risk of developing heart disease, diabetes and liver problems.  VOA's Carol Pearson has more. 

 

 

 

 

 

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