Science Jun 22 It could take centuries for EPA to test all the unregulated chemicals under a new landmark bill By Mark Scialla
Health Jun 27 Study: BPA Makes Male Mice Less Masculine A new study released Monday shows that exposure to a common ingredient in plastic bottles and packaging can cause male mice to act like females. The lead author of the study discusses its significance for humans.
Science Sep 19 FDA Hearings, New Research Reignite BPA Controversy The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reiterated its position in a hearing this week that the chemical bisphenol A, used in many plastic household products, is safe in low levels. By PBS News Hour
Science May 20 Watch BPA Dropped From Some Plastics Amid Health Concerns Bisphenol A, or BPA, is a chemical commonly found in hard plastic bottles such as Nalgenes and other everyday plastic products. However, increasing concerns about BPA's alleged toxicity has caused Nalgene to stop using it to make bottles.
Science Apr 18 Wal-Mart, Nalgene Pull BPA Items After Report Sparks Concerns Retail giant Wal-Mart and water bottle maker Nalgene are taking steps to phase out the use of the plasticizer Bisphenol A, only days after a major report linked the omnipresent chemical to a range of possible hormonal and other health… By PBS News Hour