abc.net.au·3 min read·medium
Workplace pesticide exposure linked to motor neurone disease risk
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Fiona Broom
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A study published in the BMJ suggests that occupational exposure to pesticides may increase the risk of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) by up to 70 percent. The findings highlight potential health risks for agricultural workers as global pesticide use continues to rise.
Some agricultural industries rely on pesticides for production. ( Tara De Landgrafft )
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