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Global scientists express concern about flame retardants

By Jim Morris

A published statement by 145 scientists from 22 countries expresses new worries about the health effects of flame retardants used in mattres

Brominated battle: Soda chemical has cloudy health history

By Brett Israel

Experts now urge a closer look at a chemical, banned in other countries, now popping up in U.S. sodas.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Brominated flame retardant":

"… case of flame retardants, slows down chemical reactions that cause a fire.Brominated flame retardants lately are under intense scrutiny because research has shown that they ar …"

Burning irony: Flame retardants might create deadlier fires

By Brett Israel

Chemicals meant to snuff fires could be making some blazes deadlier.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Flame retardants":

"… anide and carbon monoxide were high enough to kill in less than 90 seconds.Flame retardants made of brominated or chlorinated chemicals are added to furniture cushion …"

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Ouster of scientist from EPA panel shows industry clout

By Ronnie Greene and David Heath

The removal of a respected Maine toxicologist from a panel six years ago reveals industry influence on EPA's IRIS program