Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3191059 | Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology | 2014 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Despite mounting evidence implicating phthalates, causation of allergic disease by these compounds cannot currently be established. In utero and early-life exposures and possible transgenerational effects are not well understood. However, considering the current evidence, reducing exposures to phthalates by avoiding processed and foods packaged and stored in plastics, personal care products with phthalates, polyvinyl chloride materials indoors, and reducing home dust is advised. Further longitudinal, molecular, and intervention studies are needed to understand the association between phthalates and allergic disease.
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Authors
Michelle L. PhD, Tim K. MD, MPH, MSc, FACOEM, Miriam L. MSc, MScEng, PhD, Anne K. MD, MSc, FRCPC, FAAAAI,