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Tracey Woodruff

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I’m an environmental health scientist and professor, and director of the University of California, San Francisco Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment. My work focuses on uncovering and addressing environmental determinants of disease and health inequities. My research covers how harmful chemicals and pollutants impact health, pregnancy, and child development. I also lead efforts to translate scientific information into actionable change in the clinic and through public policy. Previously I served as a senior scientist and policy advisor for the US EPA’s Office of Policy.

    Decades of Research Document the Detrimental Health Effects of BPA – an Expert on Environmental Pollution and Maternal Health Explains What it All Means

    BPA is a chemical that’s used in plastics, food and drink containers, cans, pizza boxes, shopping receipts, baby bottles, and much more. Scientists and public health advocates have been sounding the alarm on BPA for years, pointing out that it may be linked to reproductive health problems, diabetes, asthma, obesity, and harming fetal neurodevelopment. But its health effects may be further reaching than expected, and BPA substitutes may not be any better. Discover the latest research on BPA and similar chemicals — and what you can do about limiting your exposure.
    Tracey Woodruff · May 26, 2023 · 5 min read