Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:54:45 GMT

ScientistPFCs, Used To Make Microwave Popcorn Bags, Could Weaken Childhood Vaccine EffectsHuffington Post... not work as well in children who have been exposed to high levels of perfluorinated compounds (PFCs), a family of chemicals used to make everything from microwave popcorn bags and pizza boxes to carpets and nonstick cookware, new research suggests.New study suggests an oral flu vaccine may be more effective than flu shots ...ABC NewsChemicals in household items may affect vaccine effectiveness: studyGlobalNews.caChemicals Undermine Vaccines?Scientistall 25 news articles »

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:00:36 GMT

Microwave Popcorn May Interfere With Children's VaccinesNew Parent (blog)A new study published this week in the Journal of the American Medical Association says that compounds found in microwave popcorn bags, waterproof clothing, and nonstick cookware may prevent some vaccines from working properly. The author of the study, ...and more »

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:16:46 GMT

OnEarth Magazine (blog)Bad News Keeps Sticking to Non-Stick PansOnEarth Magazine (blog)PFCs are a family of chemicals found just about everywhere -- in non-stick pans, microwave popcorn bags, stain-resistant furniture, rain gear, ski waxes, household electronics, and grease-resistant food packaging (like waxy-coated pizza boxes and ...Common household chemicals might harm kids' immunityKSLA-TVPFCs From Food Wrappers Could Reduce Effectiveness of VaccinesThe Atlanticall 18 news articles »