In recent years, many studies of thyroid-disrupting effects of environmental chemicals have
been published. Of special concern is the exposure of pregnant women and infants, as …

Humans and other living organisms are exposed to a variety of chemical pollutants that are
released into the environment as a consequence of anthropogenic activities. Environmental …

Abstract The European Commission asked EFSA for a scientific opinion on the risks for
animal and human health related to the presence of dioxins (PCDD/Fs) and DL‐PCBs in …

The polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are synthetic organochlorine chemicals that were
useful industrial products in the past, but their production was ended because they persist in …

Phthalates are a family of industrial chemicals that have been used for a variety of purposes.
As the potential consequences of human exposure to phthalates have raised concerns in …

Phthalates are developmental and reproductive toxicants for the fetus in pregnant rodents,
and the ability of phthalates to penetrate the placenta have been reported. The aims of this …

Background: Few studies have shown an association between prenatal phthalate exposure
and adverse effects on neurodevelopment and behavior in young children. Objectives: We …

BACKGROUND Maternal hypothyroidism during pregnancy can cause adverse effects in the
fetus. Scientific evidence has shown that probable thyroid-like function of some phthalates in …

Background: Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) are chemical additives used as flame
retardants in commercial products. PBDEs are bioaccumulative and persistent and have …

Millions of pounds of polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) compounds have been produced in
multiple countries for industrial applications over the last several decades. PCB exposure …