Massachusetts Issues Public Health Warning on BPA

Posted on Aug 6, 2009

Earlier this week, Massachusetts public health officials issued a public health warning to inform consumers about the risks of Bisphenol A (BPA) exposure, after an exhaustive year-long literature review. They are also still considering a ban on some BPA-based products.

The Department of Public Health (DPH) warning has caught attention nationwide, and provides additional support as we continue our efforts in New York and nationally to protect families and phase out BPA.

Supporters view the warning as an important first step for MA, but caution that products in stores should still be BPA-free.

Noted within the release:

“DPH is specifically advising parents and caretakers of children up to two years old to avoid the use of products that contain BPA for making or storing infant formula and breast milk. DPH is further advising pregnant and breastfeeding women to avoid products that may contain BPA.“

This warning joins the bans in Suffolk County, Minnesota, Connecticut, Chicago and Canada in an effort to reduce consumer exposure to this toxic chemical. The MA Department of Public Health also released a brochure (pdf) with tips on how to avoid BPA.