Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Pesticide linked to chronic kidney disease
A commonly available pesticide has been associated with an increased risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in a University of Queensland study.
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Neuroscience
Prenatal pesticide exposure linked to changes in teen's brain activity
Organophosphates are among the most commonly used classes of pesticides in the United States, despite mounting evidence linking prenatal exposure to the chemicals to poorer cognition and behavior problems in children.
Aug 27, 2019
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Commercial pesticides not as safe as they seem
Lack of information on the effects of all pesticide ingredients makes them appear safer than they are—potentially causing serious harm to people and the environment.
Mar 8, 2018
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Researchers unravel the negative effects of pesticide exposure on birth outcomes
Although common opinion holds that exposure to pesticides increases adverse birth outcomes, the existing body of scientific evidence is ambiguous. Logistical and ethical barriers—pesticide use data are not widely available ...
Aug 29, 2017
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Dread of roses: Neurobehavioral effects found in children exposed to flower pesticides
Ecuador is the third largest producer of cut flowers in the world, primarily roses, many of which are destined to be sold for Mother's Day. The industry employs more than 103,000 people, and relies heavily on agricultural ...
May 10, 2017
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Don't believe everything you hear about pesticides on fruits and vegetables
Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes another growing season. Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can help lower calorie intake; reduce risks for heart disease, obesity and Type 2 diabetes; and protect ...
Apr 13, 2017
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Parkinson's & Movement disorders
Scientists discover protective strategy against pesticide-linked Parkinson's disease
Exposure to a group of common pesticides, called dithiocarbamates, has long been associated with an increased risk of Parkinson's disease, although the mechanism by which the compounds exert their toxicity on the brain has ...
Jun 15, 2016
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Autism spectrum disorders
Aerial spraying to combat mosquitos linked to increased risk of autism in children
New research to be presented at the Pediatric Academic Societies 2016 Meeting suggests that the use of airplanes to spray anti-mosquito pesticides may increase the risk of autism spectrum disorder and developmental delays ...
Apr 30, 2016
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
What is causing microcephaly in Brazil?
The outbreak of the Zika virus has been widely associated with a rise in microcephaly cases in Brazil. While there is some evidence for this connection, the link has not yet been proven with scientific certainty. Alternative ...
Mar 9, 2016
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Inflammatory disorders
Pesticide exposure contributes to heightened risk of heart disease
Pesticide exposure, not obesity alone, can contribute to increased cardiovascular disease risk and inflammation in premenopausal women, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology ...
Apr 8, 2015
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