SNC 1W1- Controversial Chemicals

Case Study #6

Sunscreen chemicals: Oxybenzone & Benzene

VIDEO OPTION #1: Reefs at Risk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGP9loQ0dqs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ro8-L1z0rNY&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58YJktijoDE&feature=youtu.be

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News Articles

Researchers investigate the possible environmental cost of sunscreen | CBC NewsResearchers scattered around the world are trying to piece together how some components of sunscreen could be harming coral reefs and fish.

How Sunscreen Became ControversialWhy you should still wear it despite rising concerns over the chemicals in many popular brands.

What you need to know about the chemicals in your sunscreenAmid concerns about oxybenzone and other ingredients, the FDA calls for more research on their safety and effectiveness.

Sunscreens may enter bloodstream, but health effect unknown, study finds“Just because they are absorbed doesn’t mean they are unsafe. That’s why we are asking for additional data,” the study author said.

Seven sunscreen chemicals enter bloodstream after one use, FDA says, but don't abandon sun protection | CNNAdding to prior research, the FDA finds additional sunscreen chemicals used in over-the-counter sunscreens can invade the bloodstream after a single use. Still, the dangers of the sun are real -- don't abandon sun protection, they say.

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