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Kids exposed to flame retardant PBDE are at risk for lifelong liver or cardiovascular problems

  • Written by Alexander Suvorov, Assistant Professor, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Kids exposed to flame retardant PBDE are at risk for lifelong liver or cardiovascular problemsMost baby clothes, toys, bedding and furniture are treated with flame-retardant chemicals.vkuslandia/SHutterstock.com

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