NEW: Scientists urge US to protect human health in UN Plastic Treaty negotiations

'We must choose. Will we smother the Earth & ourselves with toxic plastics? Or do we have the courage & foresight to stop the onslaught?” -Dr. Pete Myers

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Leading scientists urge US to protect human health in UN Plastic Treaty negotiations
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📢 Plastics are a source of #EndocrineDisruptors , such as phthalates, bisphenols & PFAS.

Next week, join the discussion on the human health costs of exposure to harmful chemicals in plastics.

📅 18 April, 7PM CET
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EPA announced drinking water standards for 6 #PFAS chemicals. “This is a major step toward protecting the public from these toxic chemicals that have contaminated drinking water supplies across the country, putting millions of people’s health at risk.” silentspring.org/news/epa-estab…

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The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international, legally binding plastic pollution treaty will take place from April 23 to April 29 in Ottawa, Canada. #PlasticsTreaty

Here's everything you need to know.

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On #WorldHealthDay , let's prioritize the health of our children and the environment they thrive in. Together, we can build a healthier, greener future! 🌍💚 #ProtectKidsHealth

So excited to co-host this discussion next Wednesday 4/10 with our CHE-Alaska partners!

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Environmental Health News Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment Scientists' Coalition for Effective PlasticsTreaty IPEN: toxics-free Beyond Plastics

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WATCH: The plastic crisis has evolved from an environmental concern to a critical human health issue.

'At SXSW, a new documentary highlighted the harmful effects of plastics on human health and opened my eyes to this widespread crisis.'

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We all need to know more about #plastics and Our Health - here's your opportunity! Tune into this webinar on April 10, featuring health experts who know the score, and talk about how a #GlobalPlasticTreaty needs to help! Thanks ACAT for sharing this knowledge!

#PlasticChemicals have multiple adverse effects on #health , including children's. Join IPEN: toxics-free & GENeva Environment Network for this Dialogue which will explore ways to protect their health & future through the #PlasticsTreaty .

📅 16 April 2024, 15:00-16:30 CEST
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So excited to co-host this discussion next Wednesday 4/10 with our CHE-Alaska partners!

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Environmental Health News Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment Scientists' Coalition for Effective PlasticsTreaty IPEN: toxics-free Beyond Plastics

healthandenvironment.org/che-webinars/9…