Midpregnancy herbicide exposure linked to increased preterm birth risk
A new study from NYU Langone suggests that exposure to glyphosate-based herbicides during the second trimester of pregnancy is linked to an increased risk of preterm birth. The research highlights potential health risks associated with common agricultural chemicals.
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