Toxins in kids’ mattresses and bedding raise health concerns, study shows

Toxins in kids’ mattresses and bedding raise health concerns, study shows

Source: News-Medical

A Canadian in-home study found that young children are significantly exposed to semi-volatile organic compounds (SVOCs) in their sleeping environments. Mattresses, bedding, and bedroom furnishings were identified as key sources, with several compounds exceeding expected levels.

Sleeping up to 18 hours a day, young children may unknowingly inhale a cocktail of harmful chemicals from their beds. Canadian researchers call for urgent regulation of mattresses and household items.
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