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Breast cancer is killing millions every year, with several cases and deaths going unreported. Of the several factors that trigger cancerous growth in breasts, one is environmental factors.As per a new study, released in Frontiers in Toxicology journal, 189 of the potential breast cancer causing carcinogens have been found in food contact materials that are mostly used in packaging.This includes PFAS, bisphenols and phthalates. The researchers found that human beings are exposed to at least 76 of the carcinogenic chemicals through their diet. "76 potential mammary carcinogens have been detected to migrate from FCMs sold in markets across the globe, under realistic conditions of use. This implies that chronic exposure of the entire population to potential mammary carcinogens from FCMs is the...

Are there carcinogens inside your car? You might be at a higher risk of getting cancer because of the chemicals that are used in your car parts! A new study has established this fact and it is high time we pay attention to this new threat of carcinogens. The study published on May 7 in the Environmental Science and Technology journal has found that most cars have flame retardant chemicals, TDCIPP and TCEP and these are carcinogenic and are linked to causing neurological and reproductive harms as well. “Organophosphate ester flame retardants were detected in the cabin air of all 101 vehicles tested, indicating a route for human exposure to chemicals of concern from passenger vehicles. Concentrations were correlated with the temperature of the surrounding environment. Seat foam is a source o...

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Breast cancer causing chemicals found in food packaging – Times of India

Cancer Cause: Chemicals used in car seats can cause cancer | – Times of India