Stain repellent chemical linked to thyroid disease in adults

Thursday, January 21, 2010 - 09:14 in Health & Medicine

For the first time, a study links thyroid disease with human exposure to perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) -- a persistent organic chemical used in industrial and consumer goods including nonstick cookware and stain- and water-resistant coatings for carpets and fabrics.

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