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Chemical in plastic causes diseases, say scientists [1]

Exposure to a chemical found in plastic containers is linked to heart disease, scientists said on Wednesday, confirming earlier findings and adding to pressure to ban its use in bottles and food packaging.

Publication Date: 
14/01/2010
Indian Express (New Delhi) [2]
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Food Preservation [3], Health Effects [4], Packaging Industry [5], Plastics [6], Heart Diseases [7], Hazardous Products [8], Scientists [9]
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