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Most common plastic chemicals in homes pose high health risk

Most common plastic chemicals in homes pose high health risk

About 93% of chemicals in everyday plastics, from food wraps to toys, pose a high health risk, according to a new report out Wednesday. The Environmental Justice Foundation, a London-based nonprofit, said these chemicals are linked to cancer, genetic changes, and organ toxicity. However, an industry trade group says the report misses key data and should be viewed with caution.

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