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BPA in the Air May Pollute Nearby Water
A new study assesses water quality near industrial sites permitted to release BPA into the air.
May 19, 2015
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BPA Exposure Linked to Changes in Stem Cells, Lower Sperm Production
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Harmful Compound Found in Many BPA-Free Bottles
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May 25, 2014
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The chemical that is commonly found in plastic packaging and metal food containers, bisphenol-A (BPA), is said to ...
June 13, 2013
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BPA: A Chemical Controversy
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November 13, 2012
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Enviro Group Calls for Ban on Anti-Bacterial Chemical
The organization that successfully advocated for a ban on BPA in baby bottles and phthalates in toys is ...
May 21, 2012
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