The $250 Billion Health Cost of Plastic Chemicals in the US
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A new study found that the US health care system incurred over $249 billion in costs in 2018 due to the impact of hormone-disruptive plastic chemicals, including flame retardants, phthalates, bisphenols, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. These chemicals are linked to chronic diseases, developmental issues, reproductive problems, and premature deaths, with the most significant cost burden attributed to flame retardants. The study highlights the need for public awareness and regulation of these chemicals, as well as the potential societal discussion about the true cost of using plastics and the related health risks.
Topics:health#endocrine-disrupting-chemicals#environmental-impact#health-care-costs#health-environment#plastic-chemicals#public-health
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