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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The cancer patient who inspired French movement to block reintroduction of pesticide

French MPs faced backlash after reintroducing a banned pesticide, linked to cancer concerns, prompting public protests and a significant petition.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Leave it to nature': how enticing insects to kill off pests helped cut reliance on pesticides

Dr. Robert Mensah developed a food spray attracting beneficial insects to control bollworm pests sustainably, promoting integrated pest management in agriculture.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Cancer and Alzheimer's strongly' linked to toxic chemicals in food and water

Toxic chemicals, including pesticides, pose serious health risks underestimated globally, contributing to environmental problems and diseases.
Agriculture
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

How TRIC Robotics is reducing pesticide use on strawberries using UV light | TechCrunch

TRIC Robotics utilizes UV-C light robots to help strawberry farmers reduce pesticide dependence.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

What has it taken to unite France's divided voters? A hated, toxic chemical | Alexander Hurst

A million petition signatures in 10 days show public discontent with the loi Duplomb reauthorizing acetamiprid.
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fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Why You Shouldn't Wash Apples As Soon As You Get Home - Tasting Table

Washing fruit is essential as it removes chemicals like pesticides and harmful bacteria, preventing symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, and in severe cases, cancer.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Exposure to a mix of pesticides raises risk of pregnancy complications, study suggests

Exposure to multiple pesticides substantially increases the risk of pregnancy complications, contrary to single-pesticide exposure, indicating serious implications for agricultural communities.
Agriculture
Agriculture
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

Pesticides Pose Significant Risk For Pregnant Farmworkers On Central Coast | KQED

Farmworkers in Pajaro Valley face serious health risks from pesticide exposure during pregnancy.
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

A Cause of Erectile Dysfunction That We are Ignoring

Pesticides are designed to disrupt biological systems, and they can cause hormone disruption, nerve damage, and blood flow blockage in humans.
Public health
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Don't Throw Out Those Old Measuring Cups - Use Them In The Garden Instead - Tasting Table

Dedicated measuring cups for gardening chemicals prevent cross-contamination and ensure accurate application.
fromModern Farmer
1 month ago

5 Ways Farmers Can Protect Honeybees from Pesticides

Beekeepers can proactively protect honeybee populations from pesticides through strategic management practices.
#health-risks
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Toxic pesticide levels found in tampons 40 times higher than legal limit for water

Toxic pesticide levels in tampons exceed legal limits for drinking water, raising health concerns about absorption through vaginal contact.
more#health-risks
fromEarth911
1 month ago

These Beneficial Insects Can Help Your Garden Thrive

Embrace beneficial insects to combat common garden pests instead of relying on harmful pesticides.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Dangerous pesticides and pet flea treatment detected in English rivers for first time

Modern pesticides and flea treatments are contaminating English rivers, endangering aquatic life and requiring stricter regulations.
Public health
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Are Pesticides in Your Food Harmful?

Pesticides pose potential human health risks, particularly with long-term exposure. Research is needed for safety evaluations.
Women
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Toxic pesticide levels in tampons 40 times higher than allowed in drinking water

Glyphosate, a carcinogenic pesticide, has been found in tampons at alarming levels, raising serious health concerns.
#health
fromMail Online
2 months ago
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Urgent warning to Brits as scientists discover pesticides in TAMPONS

Toxic pesticides found in tampons alarmingly exceed drinking water limits, raising serious health concerns.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US politics

Trump's favorite pastime could put him at major health risk, according to a new study

Living near a golf course could significantly raise Parkinson's disease risk due to pesticide exposure.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump's favorite pastime could put him at major health risk, according to a new study

Living near a golf course could significantly raise Parkinson's disease risk due to pesticide exposure.
more#health
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

San Jose City Hall falcon brings rat back to nest, raising poisoning fears for chicks

The young peregrine falcons at San Jose City Hall are at risk after their mother brought home a rat, raising suspicions of poisoning due to their rare diet.
San Jose Sharks
US politics
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

RFK Jr. tells farmers, GOP not to worry about his report targeting pesticides

Kennedy reassured farmers that his upcoming report on pesticides won't threaten their business.
Public health
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Study: Living Near a Golf Course Could Lead to a Terrible Chronic Illness

Living near golf courses may increase the risk of developing Parkinson's disease due to pesticide exposure.
fromwww.denverpost.com
3 months ago

Is your marijuana safe? Lack of data makes it hard to know in the long term

Safe' is a funny word, both because what is harmful to one person may not be for another, and because people vary in their risk tolerance.
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