AFP: Study finds pesticide link to childhood leukemia

Patients with childhood leukemia have elevated levels of household pesticides in their urine, according to a new study by the Georgetown University Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Dwight Rousu - Jul 31, 2009 - 12:10 AM PDT
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by Dwight Rousu - Jul. 31, 2009

The article addresses the question of correlation not being proof of causality, which is good. Fairly brief and to the point.

We need better safety studies on chemicals. The chemical companies can not be depended upon.

Previous studies, including in agricultural areas where such chemicals are used frequently, have indicated a link between pesticides and cancer in children, but this study ... More »

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