Plastic with Side Effects. Not in My Body!

Plastic is everywhere – in food packaging, clothing, cosmetics, menstrual products and even children's toys. But plastic pollution is not just an environmental problem. It is also a serious concern for human health.

WECF (Women Engage for a Common Future), a campaign member of EDC-Free Europe, has published a new flyer highlighting the health risks associated with chemicals in plastics, with a particular focus on endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) and the specific vulnerabilities of women and children.

The flyer explores harmful substances such as bisphenols, phthalates, PFAS and flame retardants, explains why exposure during sensitive stages of development – including pregnancy, childhood and puberty – is particularly concerning, and provides practical tips for reducing exposure in everyday life.

To reach women and families directly, the flyer is being distributed to 800 medical practices across Germany, helping to raise awareness of harmful chemicals in plastics in healthcare settings.

Beyond individual action, WECF calls for stronger chemical regulations, a significant reduction in plastic production and use, and a legally binding Global Plastics Treaty that protects human health and the environment.

Read and share the flyer (in German): Plastic with Side Effects. Not in My Body!