Ted Smith, Aruni Bhatnagar, J. Christopher States Impactful Article in NEJM

The Consortium for Children’s Environmental Health, featuring expert Drs. Ted Smith, Aruni Bhatnagar, J. Christopher States, and Tracy Woodruff, has published a compelling article titled "Manufactured Chemicals and Children’s Health — The Need for New Law" in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM). This work underscores the alarming links between synthetic chemicals and multiple childhood diseases, emphasizing the inadequacy of current legal and policy frameworks.

The article points to a growing body of evidence showing that children are particularly vulnerable to harmful chemical exposures. These exposures have been associated with rising rates of conditions such as developmental disorders, asthma, and obesity. Despite these risks, the regulation of synthetic chemicals remains minimal, leaving children exposed to potentially devastating health effects.

This publication also represents a significant collaboration between P30 Environmental Health Sciences Core Centers, with Tracy Woodruff, Director of the UCSF EaRTH Center, contributing to the work. The partnership highlights the importance of cross-center collaboration in addressing pressing public health issues.
The article has gained widespread attention and has been featured in prominent media outlets, including:

This paper serves as a call to action for policymakers, health professionals, and advocates to prioritize the health of children by enacting stricter regulations on synthetic chemicals. It also reflects the dedication of environmental health researchers to creating safer, healthier futures for all children.
The full article is available in the New England Journal of Medicine: Read it here.