DPH Issues Public Health Advisory on BPA

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is issuing a public health advisory for consumers concerning bisphenol A (BPA). BPA is present in baby products, including baby bottles and some infant  formula. A number of studies in laboratory animals have raised concerns about potential health effects during fetal development and among nursing or formula-fed children who may be exposed to BPA. These effects include but are not limited to: changes in the infant’s developing nervous system, such as thyroid function and brain growth; changes in behavioral development, such as hyperactivity; and changes in the normal development of the prostate gland.

You can read the full advisory by clicking here.

To download a copy of our helpful educational brochure click here: Download BPABrochure

Comments

[Amanda Stone, R.N., Public Health Nurse]

Thank you! I am including this informative brochure in the "Welcome Baby" packets I send to each new baby born in the Tri-Town area (Marion, Mattaposiett and Rochester).

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Thanks, Amanda -- What a great idea!