Research Finds Association Between Prenatal Exposure to Plastics and Autism in Boys

23rd August, 2024

Source: Science Daily

Higher levels of bisphenol A (BPA), a plastic commonly used in food packaging, were detected in urine samples taken from women pregnant with boys later found to have autism. Researchers identified the biological molecular mechanism underlying this association.

PediaStaff is Hiring!

All Jobs

PediaStaff hires pediatric and school-based professionals nationwide for contract assignments of 2 to 12 months. We also help clinics, hospitals, schools, and home health agencies to find and hire these professionals directly. We work with Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational and Physical Therapists, School Psychologists, and others in pediatric therapy and education.

FMLA School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist – SLP

Burbank, IL

Are you seeking a short term FMLA position? We are seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to work a short-term school position, in a great school district! This Speech-Language Pathologist will work in the vicinity of Burbank, IL. Job Duties include: * Primary autism…...

LEARN MORE

Pediatric Behavioral Health Counselor

Jamestown, ND

...

LEARN MORE

Pediatric Clinic Speech-Language Pathologist – SLP

Tacoma, WA

Looking to feel more like part of a team while working? We have a fabulous opportunity for a full-time pediatric experienced Speech-Language Pathologist to work with a pediatric therapy clinic. This is a wonderful multidisciplinary clinic, and this location is a vibrant…...

LEARN MORE