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Dangerous Chemicals in Sex Toys Can Cause Infertility, Diabetes

by VR Sreeraman on Jun 24 2011 3:30 PM

Dangerous Chemicals in Sex Toys Can Cause Infertility, Diabetes

Germany's green party have demanded the government for an investigation into high levels of dangerous chemicals found in sex toys which can cause infertility and diabetes.

"Consumers must be protected when it comes to sexual health. Feigned embarrassment or false taboos should not prevent information getting out and checks being done," MP Volker Beck said Wednesday.

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The party wants Chancellor Angela Merkel's government to investigate legal limits to the levels of certain chemicals in dildos, vibrators and other sex aids and announce plans to reduce risk, reports News.com.au.

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