International action urged on endocrine disrupting antibacterials

More than 200 scientists and health professionals are urging the international community to ‘limit the production and use’ of the antibacterial agents triclosan and triclocarban, citing ‘extensive peer-reviewed research’ that indicates they are environmentally persistent endocrine disruptors. In a statement released on 20 June, the scientists and doctors call for more research into the environmental impact of these chemicals.