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Phthalate and novel plasticizer concentrations in food items from U.S. fast food chains: a preliminary analysis
BackgroundFast food consumption is associated with biomarkers of ortho-phthalates exposures. However, the chemical content of fast food is unknown;...
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Analysis of ortho-phthalates and other plasticizers in select organic and conventional foods in the United States
Backgroundortho-phthalates and other plasticizers impart flexibility to plastics in food production, processing, and packaging; food consumption is a...
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Sex differences in children’s cognitive functions and phthalates exposure: a meta-analysis
BackgroundPhthalates exposure might affect children’s intelligence development. This study aimed to determine (1) whether sex and age affect...
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Increased di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate exposure poses a differential risk for adult asthma clusters
BackgroundDEHP, a common plasticizer known for its hormone-disrupting properties, has been associated with asthma. However, a significant proportion...
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Non-persistent exposures from plasticizers or plastic constituents in remote Arctic communities: a case for further research
BackgroundPersistent organic pollutant exposures are well-documented in the Arctic, but fewer studies examined non-persistent chemicals, despite...
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The hypoglycemic and anti-hyperlipidemic activity of vitamin C in di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate-induced toxicity in female mice, Mus musculus
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) is the most extensively useful plasticizer, a common cosmopolitan contaminant, and known for its...
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Development, optimization and characterization of flurbiprofen matrix transdermal drug delivery system using Box–Behnken statistical design
BackgroundPresent investigation for research was to develop matrix-type transdermal drug delivery system of flurbiprofen (FBP) with the various ratio...
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Phthalate and phthalate replacement concentrations in relationship to adiposity in a multi-racial cohort of children
Background/ObjectivePhthalates and phthalate replacements are used in multiple everyday products, making many of them bioavailable to children....
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Vitamin C mitigates hematological and biochemical alterations caused by di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate toxicity in female albino mice, Mus musculus
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) is ubiquitous environmental contaminant and identified as endocrine-disrupting chemical (EDC), present in plastics...
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Prenatal phthalate exposure and early childhood wheeze in the SELMA study
BackgroundPrenatal maternal phthalate exposure has been associated with wheeze and asthma in children, but results are inconclusive. Previous studies...
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RP-HPLC method development and validation for the quantification of Efonidipine hydrochloride in HME processed solid dispersions
BackgroundEfonidipine hydrochloride (EFO) is a poorly water-soluble drug and, hence, has poor bioavailability. Solid dispersions (SDs) of EFO using...
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Application of ion pair complexes to design novel potentiometric membrane sensors for direct determination of frusemide in pharmaceuticals
BackgroundFabrication of two membrane sensors using two acidic indicators among sulphonthalein dyes, namely bromophenol blue (BPB) and bromocresol...
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Chemicals of concern in personal care products used by women of color in three communities of California
BackgroundPersonal care products (PCPs) may contain chemicals associated with adverse health effects. Prior studies found differences in product use...
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Recent Insights into the Environmental Determinants of Childhood Asthma
Purpose of ReviewUbiquitous environmental exposures, including ambient air pollutants, are linked to the development and severity of childhood...
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GCMS-based phytochemical profiling and in vitro pharmacological activities of plant Alangium salviifolium (L.f) Wang
BackgroundThere is an urge for traditional herbal remedies as an alternative to modern medicine in treating several diseases. A significant number of...
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Time-trends in human urinary concentrations of phthalates and substitutes DEHT and DINCH in Asian and North American countries (2009–2019)
BackgroundMany phthalates are environmental pollutants and toxic to humans. Following phthalate regulations, human exposure to phthalates has...
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Toxicity study of di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP) administration on reproductive parameters in male albino rats
Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP)-administration was found to be toxic in mammalian systems and also known to affect the male reproduction in rats....
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Drinking water quality status in Malaysia: a sco** review of occurrence, human health exposure, and potential needs
BackgroundLike other countries, surface water degradation in Malaysia is linked with common global issues. Although different aspects of drinking...
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Development of an anatomical breast phantom from polyvinyl chloride plastisol with lesions of various shape, elasticity and echogenicity for teaching ultrasound examination
PurposeThe WHO reported an increasing trend in the number of new cases of breast cancer, making it the most prevalent cancer in the world. This fact...
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An assessment of workability, mechanical and durability properties of high-strength concrete incorporating nano-silica and recycled E-waste materials
BackgroundPresently, the proper disposal of E-waste is a major challenge for all nations. Portland cement and aggregates continue to play a major...
