Pesticides: The Risks, Prevention & Healthier Choices
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As the weather warms and we spend more time outdoors, our exposure to pesticides can significantly increase. These fact sheets can help you understand and avoid the pesticide exposure risks. If you’d like to share them on your social media, download the graphic by right-clicking on each image and link to this page.
Who Is At Greatest Risk? fact sheet.
Pesticide poisoning is especially harmful to children since their brains are at early critical stages of development.
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Reducing Pesticide Exposure Outdoors fact sheet.
Children, in homes where yards are treated with pesticides, may be more likely to develop cancers.
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What Are Possible Long Term Pesticide Injuries? fact sheet.
Since their lungs are still developing, have a faster breathing rate and are more active, children are more likely to be harmed by chemicals in the air than adults.
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Protecting Your Pets and You fact sheet.
Good alternatives for keeping pets safe: vacuum and wash bedding often, regularly comb pets with flea combs using soapy water, use herbal flea and tick collars and products.
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What Should I Do if I Think I’ve Been Poisoned by Pesticides? fact sheet.
Pesticide poisoning can mimic other illnesses, like flu or food poisoning. Doctors can miss it. Know the signs.
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