Preconception pesticide exposure could put babies at risk
By Jessica Boehm
Published on March 25, 2026.
A study by the University of the United States has found that pre-pennish exposure to certain pesticides could lead to lifelong health issues. The study compared Arizona's pesticide use registry to the state's birth records between 2006 and 2020. The researchers plan to review Medicaid records to determine if pre-natal exposure correlates to neurodevelopmental disorders.
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