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FDA to investigate presence of metals in tampons
The 2024 Environment International study put tampon samples in a microwave acid digestion system and used mass spectrometry ...
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FDA is taking on tampons and ‘misleading’ ads starring Serena Williams
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FDA to investigate metals found in tampons after study; study's co-author 'excited' over decision
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced it would investigate heavy metals in tampons after a 2024 study found that tampons contained arsenic and lead. "The FDA is aware of concerns about ...
Lead, arsenic and other heavy metals in tampons prompt FDA investigation
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FDA to investigate presence of metals in tampons
The 2024 Environment International study put tampon samples in a microwave acid digestion system and used mass spectrometry to determine concentrations of the 16 metals. “These initiatives will ...