Common chemicals can alter thyroid hormone levels during pregnancy--study
Tue, 22/06/2010 - 12:35 by Neka Sehgal
![]() Exposure to flame-retardant chemicals, called PBDEs, or polybrominated diphenyl ethers, commonly found in house-hold items like carpets, textiles, foam furnishings, electronics and plastics may alter thyroid hormone levels in pregnant women, finds a new study. |