Scientists warn of toxic 'forever chemicals' in reusable period products

Many reusable menstrual products that have gained increasing popularity among teens are packed with toxic “forever chemicals,” a new study has found.

Among the biggest repeat offenders are washable pads and underwear, according to the study, published on Tuesday in Environmental Science & Technology Letters. And as more consumers opt for multi-use products over their disposable counterparts, the study authors expressed cause for concern.

“Since reusable products are on...