Flame retardants like Polybrominated diphenyl ether(PBDE) and tris phosphate compounds are now a world- wide pollution problem. The use of these dreadful chemicals especially in places like pre-schools and day care centres are posing a potential threat to the health of the kids, according to a study conducted by the UC Berkeley researchers. Flame retardants are found to be bioaccumulate, they … [Read more...]
Hazardous Flame Retardants found in Preschool, child Care settings
According to a new study flame retardants are very pervasive at preschools and day care centers nowadays, possibly divulging children to chemicals that are known to be hazardous to their health. The study led by UC Berkeley researchers was published online Thursday, May 15, in the journal Chemosphere. The researcher was funded by the California Air Resources Board. This study represents the … [Read more...]