Announcement: Common Pesticide Chlorpyrifos Linked to Lasting Brain Damage in Children

ბოლო განახლება: 02/06/2026 16:12

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New neuroimaging research reveals that prenatal exposure to the pesticide chlorpyrifos causes lasting brain abnormalities and 36% reduction in motor skills years after birth. Despite residential ban, agricultural use continues creating ongoing risks for pregnant women and children. — Photo: MART PRODUCTION / Pexels

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🚨 New research reveals alarming truth: Common agricultural pesticide chlorpyrifos causes lasting brain damage in children exposed before birth. Study shows 36% reduction in motor skills years later. Time for stronger protection of pregnant women and families.

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Prof. Giorgi Pkhakadze, MD, MPH, PhD, is Editor-in-Chief of the Georgian Medical Journal and Chair of the Public Health Institute of Georgia (PHIG). He is Professor and Head of the Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences at David Tvildiani Medical University, and Secretary/Treasurer of the UEMS Section of Public Health. ORCID: 0000-0001-7609-4515.

Announcement: Common Pesticide Chlorpyrifos Linked to Lasting Brain Damage in Children

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