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CHAP

This summer, it’s time for a step forward

Phthalates are hormone-disrupting chemicals that are used to soften plastic, and found in hundreds of products throughout our homes: shower curtains, shampoo, flooring… and yes, even shoes.

Posted Aug 28, 2014 by Emma Halas-O’Connor, Coalition and Grassroots Advocacy Coordinator at the Environmental Health Strategy Center

Scientific panel recommends steps to lower unsafe phthalate exposures

A panel of scientists assembled as members of the Chronic Hazard Advisory Panel (CHAP) and charged with assessing the safety of using phthalates or six alternative chemicals in children’s toys and child care articles has completed their review and released a report.

Posted Aug 10, 2014 by Ted Schettler MD, MPH from Science and Environmental Health Network

Strong science wins despite relentless campaign from Big Chem

Despite industry’s relentless campaign to overturn the ban on these extremely toxic chemicals, we are heartened that the science and concern for the protection of children’s health won out, at least at this step of the process.

Posted Aug 4, 2014 by Nancy Buermeyer, Senior Policy Strategist at the Breast Cancer Fund