In Tests, Phthalates Worsen Skin Allergies
Dangerous Phthalates Exacerbate Dermatitis. Dangerous, plastic-softening chemicals called phthalates have been found to exacerbate dermatitis in lab tests with mammals. In laboratory tests with newborn male mice exposed to DEHP—a type of phthalate—through their mothers, it was found that the baby mice developed more serious skin … [Read more...]
China Melamine Problems Could Get Worse
China Melamine Problems Could Worsen. Many believe that the current China melamine scandal could worsen given past scandals that emerged out of that country. What is now being called “The Chinese Product Safety Scandal of 2008,” seemingly began with the deaths of four infants and the sickening and hospitalization of tens of … [Read more...]