| Vote on the risks of PVC |
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Laboratory tests show the presence of a toxic additive in medical devices made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic. "Why expose a vulnerable population such as patients to toxic chemicals, when alternatives are readily available?" said Dr. Joe Di Gangi, author of the report. |
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The latest research findings and current understanding of the health and environmental effects of phthalates clearly show that they do not pose a risk to human health or the environment. |
| Should PVC continue to be used in medical devices? Cast your vote. |
| How does it all add up? Select your choices. |
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Are organisation like Health Care Without Harm and the European Council for Vinyl Manufacturers neutral? Who would you believe the most? Why? |
| Use PVC | Ban PVC | |
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Tests in animls have shown cancers caused by high doses of DEHP. |
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During a blood transfusion, the patient receives far less than the dangerous level of DEHP. |
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