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[EE ne. reestaoaonseosas 19102020 Sroom: To J-- -- I at I Teofor The ndocene Scie, regarding he Endotine Society EndocrineSoin rss Ree 0Chamicaltmegy FINAL docx a ro r romI e . - c2:> To:I (c2-in:ocS) JINN cco: >; CAB KYRIAKIDES CONTACT aChemicafor StitatnfEDX means Dear CabinetofCommissioner Kyiakides SotsSH WH hom ASR Please see the Endocrine Society's press statement below and attached to welcome the EU's Chemicals -- Strategy and particularly its measures to identify EDCs and control public exposure in consumer The Societysppautsyourefforts 0schievethestrong measuresA intheS-- trategyand oksforward 0 rr wot: 44SN ENDSQOCCRIIENTEY I ma --- 20551 tet NW sie 500 Wasingon,oC 20036 BTeepnone -- Forimmetisa ease 4Gest2020 in tionsawe tstions -Fe HOR phon SARRO Frameworkoffers apporunty proa tect publiceatromendocrine disuping WASHINGTON---The EndocineSoetywelcomed the European Commins ew endocrine doping cerca. To commotionwaleet viene porof `The strategy is designed to be the foundation for the biggest update to Europe's Sevelopment nd iopton of beter ren method identification for endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), including strict measures to prevent them from being used in consumer products. In addition, the strategy calls for aSnd sures wit-- h rain--devel--opmenC t sd orY bs DemSenoci o5oc,pPhRDT,tBe5g6 chiro hoee EpuurtoepreaomCEoDCmeixpnonhtaasiottoeerelpfeclnteto weamo eoeey d rreoee scing The Common sescomsting gonforevantenons In addition, the chemical strategy prioritizes control measures for poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and addresses them with a group approach. These man-made endocrine-disrupting chemicals have leached into waterways and foods, and they can persist in the environment as well as our bodies. PFAS exposure is linked to health problems such as high cholesterol, disrupted thyroid function and altered immune response. We are pleased the European Commission has announced its intention of adopting a hazard-based approach to regulating these harmful chemicals. However, the practical features and implementation steps will be important, and the Society urges the Commission to clarify these details to permit concrete actions without further delay. The Society has dedicated years to pressing for science-based policies to regulate EDCs, commonly found throughout our environment in consumer products, food containers, personal care products, pesticides and furniture. EDCs contribute to serious health problems such as diabetes, obesity, neurodevelopmental disorders and reproductive problems. Children, unborn children and adolesce vulnerable to exposures. A series of economic analyses found EDC exposures may be costing the EU upwards health impact of EDCs on the economy. The Endocrine Society will continue to monitor progress on legislative proposals to ensure that they are effective in minimizing exposure to EDCs. # # # Endocrinologists are at the core of solving the most pressing health problems of our time, from diabetes and obesity to infertility, bone health, and hormone-related dest and largest organization of scientists devoted to hormone research and physicians who care for people with hormone-related conditions. The Society has more than 18,000 members, including scientists, physicians, educators, nurses and students in 122 countries. To learn more about the Society and the field of endocrinology, visit our site at www.endocrine.org. Follow us on Twitter at @TheEndoSociety and @EndoMedia. From: Date: Monday, 12 October 2020 at 17:49 To: Cc: " Subject: Letter from EU Commissioner Stella Kyriakides to Endocrine Society - Re: Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability Dear , Please find attached letter from Ms Stella Kyriakides, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety with reference to the correspondence dated 21 September 2020. Kind Regards, Commission Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides Health and Food Safety Rue de la Loi 200, B-1049 Brussels/Belgium Telephone: +32 From: Sent: Monday, September 21, 2020 9:36 PM To: CAB KYRIAKIDES CONTACT Cc: ' Subject: Endocrine Society - Re: Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability Dear Commissioner Kyriakides, Please see the attached letter, sent on behalf of , regarding endocrine disruptors and the EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability. Sincerely,