5 Feb 2025 • Exposure to the endocrine-disrupting chemical triclosan (TRS) has been associated to a higher risk of breast cancer (BC).

Analysis of NHANES data collected over nearly a decade revealed that elevated TRS levels increased BC risk by 2.33 and 1.94 times across exposure quartiles. This risk was more pronounced in overweight individuals (BMI ≥ 25 kg/m²), those under 60, and white participants.

While no significant association was found for other phenols and parabens, TRS emerged as the key contributor, emphasizing the need for further scrutiny of its health impact.

Source: Scientific Reports | Read Full Story