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• 1-in-44 U.S. Children Diagnosed With Autism, CDC Report Finds

  December 8, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new CDC study indicate the rates of autism are increasing nationwide.

• Exposure to Paraquat, Chlorpyrifos, Glyphosate and Other Pesticides Linked To Increased Lou Gehrig’s Disease Risks: Study

  November 4, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study links exposure to herbicides and pesticides like Paraquat, Roundup and chlorpyrifos to an increased risk of Lou Gehrig's disease.

• Information About Chlorpyrifos Pesticide Ban Released By EPA

  September 22, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  The EPA has issued a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding its latest decision to ban the use of chlorpyrifos on all U.S. crops and food products.

• EPA to Ban Chlorpyrifos Use on U.S. Food Crops, Following Concerns About Health Effects for Children

  August 19, 2021

  Russell Maas

  The EPA has issued a new rule banning the use of the pesticide chlorpyrifos on U.S. crops and food, due to a number of adverse health effects, particularly those affecting children.

• Chlorpyrifos Lawsuits Claim Pesticide Caused Brain Damage, Other Injuries for Children

  July 19, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  The makers of the pesticide chlorpyrifos face several lawsuits in California alleging their products cause developmental disorders such as ADHD and autism in children.

• Chlorpyrifos Ban or Limits on Allowable Levels in Food Must Be Issued By EPA, Appeals Court Rules

  May 5, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  The EPA has been ordered by a federal appeals court to ban or reduce the presence of chlorpyrifos, a pesticide linked to child developmental problems, in the nation's food.

• Researchers Link Chlorpyrifos And Similar Pesticides To Developmental Delays In Young Children

  January 7, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study links chlorpyrifos exposure to an increased risk of developmental delays in young children.

• Paraquat Bans, Restrictions Maintained In Thailand

  December 29, 2020

  Irvin Jackson

  Thailand is refusing to life a ban on the weed killer Paraquat, as the toxic herbicide faces growing restrictions worldwide.

• Chlorpyrifos Autism Lawsuit Filed Against Insecticide Manufacturers, Appliers

  October 30, 2020

  Irvin Jackson

  A chlorpyrifos lawsuit blames exposure to the pesticide for the development of autism in a California girl.

• Chlorpyrifos Exposure Caused Autism, Other Neurological Problems, Lawsuit Claims

  October 21, 2020

  Irvin Jackson

  Dozens of plaintiffs are expected to file lawsuits this week claiming chlorpyrifos exposure led to children being born with autism and other developmental disorders.