Scientists Find 'Baffling' Link between Autism and Vinyl Flooring

Tuesday, March 31, 2009 - 14:28 in Earth & Climate

Children who live in homes with vinyl floors, which can emit chemicals called phthalates, are more likely to have autism, according to research by Swedish and U.S. scientists published Monday. [More]

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