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Professor Advocates for Chemical Safety at UN Talks

7/9/2025

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David Wirth, a dedicated law professor and chemist, has co-authored a compelling article in the New England Journal of Medicine that sheds light on the alarming health risks posed by unregulated chemicals, especially to vulnerable children. He passionately calls for a system that mandates manufacturers to demonstrate chemical safety before products hit the market. Wirth is set to present these crucial findings at UN talks in Geneva, aiming to reshape global chemical safety regulations.

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David Wirth, a dedicated law professor and chemist, has co-authored a compelling article in the New England Journal of Medicine that sheds light on the alarming health risks posed by unregulated chemicals, especially to vulnerable children. He passionately calls for a system that mandates manufacturers to demonstrate chemical safety before products hit the market. Wirth is set to present these crucial findings at UN talks in Geneva, aiming to reshape global chemical safety regulations.