Bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates are endocrine disruptors possibly linked to adverse
reproductive and neurodevelopmental outcomes. These chemicals have commonly been …

Given the susceptibility of the fetus to toxicants, it is important to estimate their exposure.
Approximately 2000 pregnant women were recruited in 2008–2011 from 10 cities across …

Abstract Background The M aternal‐I nfant R esearch on E nvironmental C hemicals
(MIREC) S tudy was established to obtain C anadian biomonitoring data for pregnant …

Background Pregnant women are an especially important population to monitor for
environmental exposures given the vulnerability of the developing fetus. During pregnancy …

Phthalates and bisphenol A (BPA) are high production volume and ubiquitous chemicals
that are quickly metabolized in the body. Traditionally, studies have relied on single spot …

Background: Bisphenol A (BPA) and triclosan (TCS) are two nonpersistent chemicals that
have been frequently measured in spot urine samples from the general population but less …

BACKGROUND: Perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) are man-made chemicals that are heat
stable, non-flammable and able to repel both water and oils. Biomonitoring research shows …

Background Studies report increases in rates of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) over
recent decades. Environmental chemicals may increase the risk of diabetes through impacts …

Parabens are broad-spectrum antimicrobial preservatives and fragrances used in a wide
range of personal care products, pharmaceuticals, and food providing the opportunity for …

Background Lead, mercury, cadmium and arsenic are some of the most common toxic
metals to which Canadians are exposed. The effect of exposure to current low levels of toxic …