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Brain abnormalities

Coverage of Brain abnormalities in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 21 · 12:27 UTCMost recent: May 21 · 12:27 UTC
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Chlorpyrifostopic1New York Cityplace1Motor skillstopic1Prenatal exposuretopic1
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  • HEALTHMay 21 · 12:27 UTCSCIENCE DAILY
    Common pesticide linked to hidden brain damage, scientists warn

    Scientists have discovered that prenatal exposure to chlorpyrifos, a common insecticide used in agriculture and previously indoors, is linked to brain abnormalities and reduced motor skills in children. Research conducted on New York City children shows the pesticide may cause lasting developmental damage to the brain before birth.