Researchers have found that a source of carcinogenic chemicals is in Americans' cars – but there may be a way to reduce your risk. Environmental Science and Technology, a peer-reviewed scientific journal, published a study called 'Flame Retardant Exposure in Vehicles Is Influenced by Use in Seat Foam and Temperature' on Tuesday. The study explains that Americans breathe in chemicals from the flame retardants in their vehicles.
STD RATES SKYROCKET AMONG AMERICANS 55 AND OLDER: CDC 'Most are used in an additive manner , and many are semivolatile, indicating that they can be present in both the gas phase and partially in the condensed phase , depending on environmental conditions.' Americans who drive professionally or face long commutes may be at a higher risk of harm from the chemicals.