Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley detected 16 metals in tampons from stores in New York City, Athens, ...
A new study found popular brands of tampons may contain toxic metals, such as lead and arsenic. Why it matters: Metals ...
The FDA is thoroughly reviewing the study's findings in an effort to protect consumers of tampon brands that contain toxic ...
After discovering chemical contaminants in tampons from 14 top-selling brands, researchers are calling for stricter FDA regulations for female health products. [Photo: Yulia Reznikov/Moment/Getty ...
The researchers found detectable levels of 16 different metals in all 14 brands of tampon that they evaluated.
Lead is a naturally occurring toxic metal that can replace the calcium in our bones and teeth and can be stored in our body for decades after the initial exposure. Over time, this heavy metal can ...
Researchers found various concentrations of 16 types of metals, including toxic metals lead and arsenic, across all tampons ...
New concerns are being raised about tampons following a new study. The study reveals that arsenic, lead, and other metals are ...
Researchers assessed tampons from 14 different brands and found "measurable concentrations" of all 16 metals that they tested ...
A new study examined composition of tampons and found heavy, toxic metals. But more research is needed, experts say.
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.