Arrr matey, beware ye vessel! Me thinks thar be hidden poisons lurkin' in ye car that may give ye the scurvy!
2024-05-18
Arrr, me hearties! Them landlubbers in America be breathin' in cancer-causin' chemicals whilst they be sailin' the highways. The wise men of the sea be warnin' of this danger, so beware, ye scallywags!
In the language of a 17th-century pirate, recent studies suggest that Americans may be inhaling cancer-causing chemicals while sailing in their land vessels. A published study in the journal Environmental Science & Technology has raised concerns about the treacherous toxins that may be lurking within the cabins of these chariots."Arrr! The indoor air quality may be causing health symptoms," said Dr. Ken Speath, M.D., the chief of the medical crew at Northwell Health in Long Island, New York. These harmful flame-retardant chemicals, suspected of causing cancer and neurological issues, may be tainting the air within these vehicles, making them a perilous vessel for the land-bound adventurers."Ye best be mindful of what ye be breathing in at home, in the office, at the learning quarters, and even while sailing in these metal carriages," warned Speath, a wise seafarer who was not part of the study. The treacherous flame-retardant chemicals are intentionally added to the vessel interiors to meet flammability standards but are now being released into the cabin air, posing a grave danger to those aboard.The lead scientist, Rebecca Hoehn, from the esteemed Duke University, cautioned that these chemicals, like the infamous tris phosphate, are polluting the air within the cabins, especially during the warm weather months. The impact of these pernicious pollutants can vary among individuals, as the body's metabolic capacity may differ greatly.Experts recommend ventilating the vessels by rolling down the windows, letting out the contaminated air, and pulling in fresh air to reduce exposure. They also call for action from regulatory agencies and vehicle manufacturers to mitigate this hazardous situation, lest all the land travelers fall victim to these unseen dangers.