Arsenic, lead and other metals in tampons aren’t harmful, FDA report concludes

Heavy Metals in Tampons Aren’t Cause for Concern, Regulators Say

A new study from the US Food and Drug Administration confirmed the presence of heavy metals like arsenic and lead in several tampon brands, but the agency said they aren’t released at levels high enough to cause concern.

Arsenic, lead and other metals in tampons aren’t harmful, FDA report concludes

The FDA has determined that various metals found in tampons don’t pose health risks to women.

Heavy metals in tampons aren’t cause for concern, US regulators say

It’s possible the metals were unintentionally added in manufacturing. Read more at straitstimes.com.