Tag: pesticides
Children more at risk of cancers with exposure to multiple pesticides,...
The first-of-its-kind research studied the link between multiple widely used pesticides and common childhood cancers compared to previous research, which looked at exposure to one pesticide.
California pesticide regulators links herbicide paraquat to risks to wildlife, human...
Paraquat, which has been linked to a range of diseases, is banned in more than 70 countries.
Recent exposure to glyphosate-contaminated foods reported in 80% of Americans
As the volume of glyphosate applied to crops has increased 100-fold since its introduction to the market in 1974, Americans’ exposure to the chemical has broadened.
Almost all air samples from agriculture-intensive communities in California detects high...
The result of the state's air monitoring confirmed 163 of the 207 air samples showed pesticides.
US senators demand EPA ban paraquat as evidence links toxic pesticide...
The senators urged EPA Administrator Michael Regan to take decisive action to protect public health, noting that over 70 countries have already banned paraquat due to its known dangers.
22% of San Joaquin Valley residents breathing chemical pesticides, study finds
While the toxicity of some of the detected compounds has been shown through studies, the potential adverse effects of others on humans is unknown.
New study confirms washing fruit before eating does not remove pesticides
The study aimed to "share the technical details of a process the authors developed for enhanced trace detection of pesticides in foods."
EPA analysis finds 200 endangered species near extinction because of 3...
The pesticides “jeopardize the continued existence of” more than 1 in 10 endangered fish, insects, crustaceans, plants, and birds across the United States.
New study takes comprehensive look at how pesticides are contributing to...
The study, which was published in the journal, Environmental Health Perspectives, confirmed the presence of PFAS in both agricultural and residential pest control, including pet flea treatments.
EPA accused of ‘egregious’ misconduct in PFAS testing of pesticides: Watchdog...
The claims have raised significant concerns about the integrity of the EPA's testing and its commitment to public health.
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It's time for Democrats to kick Trump while he's down—repeatedly.
Seven dead in ICE custody in Trump’s first 100 days as detainee population swells
At least seven migrants have died in ICE custody since January, as the Trump administration expands detention and dismantles oversight across a system plagued by abuse, neglect, and inhumane conditions.
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Millions of people depend on the Great Lakes’ water supply. Trump decimated the lab...
Cutbacks have gutted the staff at the Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory, part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Michigan AG drops charges against pro-Palestinian campus protesters
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel dropped all charges against seven people arrested last year at the University of Michigan amid allegations of bias that the Democrat rejected.