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Scientists detected toxic metals in tampons

11.07.2024 16:00
Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, discovered toxic metals such as arsenic, lead, mercury, nickel, copper, iron, and others in tampons.
Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, detected toxic metals, including arsenic and lead, in tampons, highlighting significant health risks associated with their use due to direct exposure and absorption.
Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, detected toxic metals, including arsenic and lead, in tampons, highlighting significant health risks associated with their use due to direct exposure and absorption.Marta Branco/Pexels.com/CC0

Their study, published in Environment International, revealed varying levels of these metals based on the tampons' origin (US, UK, EU), organic status, and branding. Analyzing 30 tampons from 14 different brands, they found all 16 metals they tested for in each sample.

Women using tampons face particular risks when exposed to these harmful substances due to direct vaginal contact and easy absorption.

Metal absorption heightens the risks of dementia, cancer, infertility, diabetes, and organ system damage.

Tampon use and metal exposure. Risks and health implications for women

Lead and arsenic were notably present among the toxic metals detected, with organic tampons showing higher arsenic levels and non-organic ones containing more lead.

The presence of metals in tampons can stem from contaminated materials or intentional additives, posing serious health concerns as there is no safe level for these metals.

Lead author Jenni Shearston emphasized the urgency for mandatory testing and improved labeling of menstrual products to mitigate these potential health risks.

Source: PAP/Sky News /x.com/@UCBerleley/

publichealth.columbia.edu/ Environment International

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