Scientists link plastics chemical to health risks
Tuesday, January 12, 2010 - 21:00
in Health & Medicine
LONDON (Reuters) - Exposure to a chemical found in plastic containers is linked to heart disease, scientists said on Wednesday, in a study likely to add to pressure for the chemical's use in bottles and food packing to be banned.
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