Summary:
- This article discusses a study that found a link between the chemicals used in paper receipts and an increased risk of cancer.
- The study found that the chemical bisphenol A (BPA) and its replacement bisphenol S (BPS) are commonly used in the thermal paper used for receipts.
- These chemicals can be absorbed through the skin and have been shown to disrupt the endocrine system, potentially leading to an increased risk of certain types of cancer.