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Birds of Prey and Killer Whale
- Birds of prey's eggshells buckled due to DDT pesticide in the 1950s.
- A killer whale, Lulu, died in 2017 due to high PCB levels, impacting her fertility.
HDCs in Everyday Life
- Hormone-disrupting chemicals (HDCs) are pervasive in everyday products, from shower items to bedding.
- These chemicals can mimic, block, or antagonize hormones, impacting their function.
Studies on HDCs and Menstrual Health
- A study linked air pollution exposure during puberty to menstrual irregularity in adulthood.
- Another study found that higher phthalate concentrations in urine correlated with more frequent hot flashes in perimenopausal women.