Infertility Risk From Invoices – Comprehensive Strategic Solutions
1. Just One Receipt – A Hidden Infertility Risk
You could be harming your health—just by touching a receipt.
According to research by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) and the University of Missouri (USA), most thermal paper used in receipts today contains Bisphenol S (BPS), a chemical substitute for BPA, which has been banned in many countries.
BPS can absorb through the skin in as little as 10 seconds, causing a range of serious health issues:
- Hormonal disruption
- Reduced fertility, increased risk of infertility
- Obesity, diabetes, and cancer risks
- Particularly dangerous for pregnant women, children, retail workers, and delivery staff
2. Where Is BPS-Contaminated Paper Found in Vietnam?
Almost everywhere receipts are issued:
- Supermarkets, restaurants, cafés
- ATMs, parking lots, pharmacies
- Clinics, schools, government offices
Vietnam currently has no regulations controlling BPS in thermal paper, allowing this silent threat to spread widely.
3. One Receipt – A Domino Effect on Society
The damage from BPS-laced receipts doesn’t stop at the individual level. Its impact ripples through society:
| Level | Specific Impact |
| Family | Pregnant women absorb BPS – affects fetal development |
| Business | Employee exposure – lower productivity, higher healthcare costs |
| Community | Chemical-contaminated waste – soil and water pollution |
| Society | Rising infertility rates – increasing public healthcare burdens |
4. Holistic Solutions – Change Starts with Small Habits
| Target Group | Recommended Action |
| Consumers | Avoid keeping unnecessary receipts, don’t use them as scrap paper, wash hands after handling |
| Businesses | Use BPS-free paper, switch to e-invoices, train employees about BPS safety |
| Government Bodies | Issue thermal paper standards, launch public health campaigns, guide waste classification |
5. Turning Risk into Opportunity – A Strategic Perspective from Dr. Rolysa
“Risk is always the flip side of opportunity.”
— Dr. Rolysa, International Strategy Expert, Chief Strategy Officer
Business opportunities born from crisis:
| Niche Market | Opportunity |
| BPS-Free Paper | Distribute safe thermal paper from Japan, South Korea, EU |
| E-Invoicing | Provide consulting and e-invoice solutions for SMEs |
| Educational Media | Produce videos, courses, awareness campaigns |
| ESG & Workplace Safety | Advise on safe work environments – enhance ESG ratings |
6. Conclusion – One Small Act, One Big Strategy
Never underestimate the harm of a single receipt.
Don’t risk losing your team over an outdated habit.
Sustainable strategy isn’t just about cost efficiency—it’s about protecting people and preserving brand value in the long run.
“A successful strategy requires not only precision, but the agility to adapt swiftly in times of dual disruption.”
— Dr. Rolysa, International Strategy Expert
