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The original was posted on /r/science by /u/mvea on 2024-10-02 19:04:18+00:00.

Original Title: Southern Californians are chronically being exposed to toxic airborne plastic chemicals called plasticizers, chemicals that make materials more flexible, used in lunchboxes, shower curtains, garden hoses and upholstery. The phthalates in the air are known reproductive toxins and carcinogens.