Monday, May 17, 2010

Scientists Find 'Baffling' Link Between Autism And Vinyl Flooring

Swedish children who live in homes with vinyl floors are more likely to have autism, according to a new study, but what's behind the link is unclear


Children who live in homes with vinyl floors, which can emit chemicals called phthalates, are more likely to have autism, according to research by Swedish and U.S. scientists published Monday.

The study of Swedish children is among the first to find an apparent connection between an environmental chemical and autism...

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