Plastic Chemicals Linked to Preterm Births and Infant Deaths
A recent study links two common plasticizing chemicals, DEHP and DiNP, to nearly 2 million premature births and 74,000 newborn deaths globally in 2018. These phthalates, known endocrine disruptors, interfere with hormone production and are associated with numerous developmental and health problems. Despite industry claims of safety for DiNP, the widespread use of these “everywhere” chemicals in consumer products raises significant public health concerns, particularly as prematurity rates rise internationally.
John Q. Hosedrinker