THE MORNING BRIEFA new study by the University of the Free State (UFS) has found that dozens of sanitary pads and pantyliners sold in South Africa contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) — even when marketed as “free from harmful chemicals.”
A new study by the University of the Free State (UFS) has found that dozens of sanitary pads and pantyliners sold in South Africa contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) — even when marketed as “free from harmful chemicals.” The findings raise serious questions about product labelling, consumer safety and regulatory oversight, particularly given the long-term health risks associated with repeated exposure to these substances.
Guest: Prof Deon Visser: Department of Chemistry, University of the Free State (UFS)
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