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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Vishwam Sankaran

Study finds toxic ‘forever chemicals’ may be ‘intentionally added’ to some period products

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A number of period products such as pads, tampons and menstrual cups contain potentially toxic “forever chemicals” which might be intentionally added to them in some cases, according to a new study.

Researchers, including Graham Peaslee from the University of Notre Dame in the US, said while these products are designed to make people feel comfortable during a menstrual bleed, their labels do not usually list the ingredients.

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