Plastic Treaty Could Lower Breast Cancer Risk, Experts Say

A new analysis by the Silent Spring Institute suggests that a strong global plastic treaty could significantly reduce breast cancer rates by targeting chemicals in plastics linked to the disease. The study identifies 414 chemicals associated with breast cancer, with 175 posing the greatest risk due to their links to tumors and hormone disruption. Despite the potential health benefits, recent UN negotiations in South Korea failed to reach a consensus on reducing plastic pollution, with disagreements over whether to focus on limiting production or managing waste.