The fact that PFOA can cross the placenta from the mother to child is very troubling, given the fact that this is a chemical that is broadly toxic and linked to birth defects in lab animals.
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These have been called wonder chemicals. They have now evolved into staple stain and grease-proof coatings for a broad array of everyday consumer products, including microwave popcorn bags, carpets and blue jeans.
The cosmetics industry is essentially a self-regulating industry. Companies are making vastly different decisions, and the safety of products vary widely. Some contain products that are safe to eat, others have carcinogens that are linked to birth defects.
So in many communities, the water that comes out of the tap could be contaminated with scores of chemicals. People shouldn't be alarmed, but they should be concerned. Our system of public health protections isn't working in this case.
The fact that PFOA can cross the placenta from the mother to child is very troubling, given the fact that this is a chemical that is broadly toxic and linked to birth defects in lab animals.
This quote is just one of 8 total Jane Houlihan quotes in our collection. Jane Houlihan is known for saying 'The fact that PFOA can cross the placenta from the mother to child is very troubling, given the fact that this is a chemical that is broadly toxic and linked to birth defects in lab animals.' as well as some of the following quotes.