ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS

Jul 28 2025HEALTH

How Social Media Can Help Black Women Fight Hidden Chemical Threats

Black women face a bigger risk of health problems tied to hormones. Why? They are often exposed to more endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in everyday products. EDCs are sneaky chemicals that mess with the body's natural hormones. Social media influencers might be a key player in spreading the word about these hidden dangers. By using platforms like Instagram, th...

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Hormone Havoc: How Everyday Chemicals Mess with Your Body

Chemicals lurking in everyday items can wreak havoc on your body's natural processes. These sneaky substances, known as endocrine disruptors, are found in various products, from plastics to pesticides. They mess with your hormones, which are like messengers in your body, telling different parts what to do. When these messengers get confused, it can lead to serious he...

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Nov 19 2024SCIENCE

New Polymer Cleans Up Water and Fish, One Endocrine Disruptor at a Time

Imagine having a super-efficient sponge that can soak up tiny, harmful chemicals from water and even fish. That's basically what scientists have created with a new polymer. This polymer, made from a substance called 4-pyridinemethanol, is like a tiny, porous magnet for troublesome chemicals. These chemicals, called endocrine disruptors (EDs), are harmful at tiny lev...

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