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WEBINAR:

 

The Health Impacts of Pesticides, Parts I and II

A presentation for health care professionals and parents

 

In Part I of this webinar Dr. Emily Marquez of Pesticide Action Network highlights the study A Generation in Jeopardy: How Pesticides Are Undermining Our Children's Health and Intellingence.  Specific pesticides have been correlated with brain function and brain development of children, with higher incidence of impact for boys. Recommended viewing for parents, health care professionals and teachers. (19 min,)

 

Download the pdf of this Part I presentation here or

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In Part II of this webinar, Dr. Margaret Reeves, Senior Scientist at Pesticide Action Network provides an overview of the signs and symptoms of pesticide exposure.  Dr. Reeves also lists useful online resources for physicians and researchers interested in learning more about the diagnosis and reporting processes related to pesticides.

 

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