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Fresh produce contaminated with toxic BPA-like chemicals present in food labels, study finds

Medical Xpress

But in many cases, it has been replaced with similar hormone disrupting chemicals, like Bisphenol S (BPS). Steps were taken in Canada to reduce the use of Bisphenol A (BPA), a toxic chemical linked to prostate and breast cancer, commonly found in plastics, the lining of food cans, water bottles, and paper receipts.

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HPAPIs – Current Interest of the Pharmaceutical Industry

Roots Analysis

This has led to their widespread production and extensive use in the treatment of various indications including hormonal imbalances, oncological disorders and respiratory disorders. Hormones: Biologic HPAPIs which are not classified as oncology drugs include hormones, narcotics and retinoids.

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Burger with a Side of Phthalates: New Study Finds Harmful Chemicals in Fast Food Items

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The study , which was published last week in the Journal of Exposure Science & Environmental Epidemiology , showed that hormone-disrupting chemicals, known as phthalates, were prevalent in a wide range of fast-food items. Related: FDA Announces Slow Phase-Out of Certain PFAS Chemicals Used in Food Packaging.

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CMO Moves: Regulatory catalysts for drug manufacturing-April

Pharmaceutical Technology

In 2021, the US FDA had decreed that about 60 million doses of the vaccine made at Emergent’s factory be discarded after a batch was contaminated. . In late April, the GnRH antagonist relugolix was approved under the brand name Orgovyx in Europe to treat hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.

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Parkinsons Recovery

The Pharma Data

There is a good chance that common household chemicals in your bathroom or kitchen cabinets may be contaminating your body with harmful toxins. When stress is relieved the body has an opportunity to bring all the hormones back into balance. Toxic exposure may be closer to home than you realize. Get his book today.

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Biologic Therapeutics Development, Part 1: Definition and Distinct Characteristics

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They may contain proteins that control the action of other proteins and cellular processes, genes that control production of vital proteins, modified human hormones, or cells that produce substances that suppress or activate components of the immune system. Biologics include a wide range of products , including: Vaccines. Allergenics.

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FDA Announces Slow Phase-Out of Certain PFAS Chemicals Used in Food Packaging

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Among the ones that have, many have been linked to harmful health effects, including decreased fertility, hormonal changes, high cholesterol levels, weakened immune system response, increased risk for certain cancers and low birth weight in infants. But PFAS doesn’t break down and can contaminate the environment.