May 11, 2005
Put down that Nalgene!
A recent study[pdf] suggests that a chemical commonly used in polycarbonate plastic containers may raise the risk of prostate cancer in humans. California is considering banning its use in baby bottles, and the plastic industry (which maintains that it is safe) has set up a website to educate the public about Bisphenol-A. Is this a real concern, or just a bogus chemical scare?