Environ Res June 2021 PMID 33798513

Residential proximity to pesticide application as a risk factor for childhood central nervous system tumors.

Christina Lombardi, Shiraya Thompson, Beate Ritz, Myles Cockburn, Julia E Heck

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What people are saying

The social discussions predominantly highlight the potential health risks of pesticide exposure, with phrases like 'risk factor for childhood tumors' and mentions of specific pesticides such as bromacil and thiophanate-methyl, which reflect concern and acknowledgment of scientific findings. The tone of the discussions creates a sense of urgency and importance, emphasizing the need for further research and policy actions.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that the research indicates a link between pesticide exposure and childhood brain tumors, emphasizing the significance of proximity and specific chemicals.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions reflect a moderate interest, with users showing curiosity about the health implications and the risks posed to children in agricultural areas.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by sharing their thoughts on farming practices, environmental health, and the importance of regulatory measures, indicating active but not deeply detailed involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

The collective importance given to these findings suggests that the discussion perceives this research as influential in guiding health policies and raising public awareness.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated whether living close to agricultural pesticide applications increases the risk of childhood central nervous system tumors, focusing on children under 6 in rural California from 1998 to 2011.
  • It found that certain pesticides, like bromacil, thiophanatemethyl, triforine, and kresoxim methyl, were associated with higher risks of specific brain tumor types such as diffuse astrocytoma and ependymoma.
  • Overall, the research suggests that prenatal exposure to specific pesticides through proximity to agricultural spraying may contribute to the development of these childhood brain tumors.]

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Research based in California found that pregnant women living in agricultural areas who are exposed to certain pesticides may be at ⬆️risk of her child developing brain/nervous system tumors. #CaliforniaChildrenEnvironmentalHealthMonth Read more: https://t.co/r5tyY8WONV https://t.co/pnmAylaiXM

Oct 12, 2022 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 1,069 followers View post →
CPIPR
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Pregnant women living in agricultural areas who are exposed to certain pesticides may be at increased risk of her child developing central brain/nervous system tumors. @CCPRatUCLA #NICHDImpact https://t.co/r5tyY8FdWn https://t.co/idgZqGCJFq

Nov 18, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,069 followers View post →
Children Now
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RT @PopResearchCtrs: Research based in California found that pregnant women living in agricultural areas who are exposed to certain pestici…

Oct 12, 2022 · 3 shares · 9,137 followers View post →
KidsData (We're @KidsData on ALL the platforms)
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RT @PopResearchCtrs: Research based in California found that pregnant women living in agricultural areas who are exposed to certain pestici…

Oct 12, 2022 · 3 shares · 4,934 followers View post →
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@SilkeLeFay · X

#cancer #oncology #neurology #neuroscience #pediatrics Medulloblastoma, ependymoma, and astrocytoma are associated with specific pesticides. Residential proximity to pesticide application as a risk factor for childhood central nervous system tumors . https://t.co/UdbfqPvipX

Feb 25, 2023 · 4,599 followers View post →
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@SilkeLeFay · X

#braincancer #braintumor #braintumour #brain #tumor Medulloblastoma, ependymoma, and astrocytoma are associated with specific pesticides. Residential proximity to pesticide application as a risk factor for childhood central nervous system tumors . https://t.co/UdbfqPvipX

Mar 27, 2023 · 4,599 followers View post →

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@SilkeLeFay · X

#braincancer #braintumor #braintumour #brain #tumor Medulloblastoma, ependymoma, and astrocytoma are associated with specific pesticides. Residential proximity to pesticide application as a risk factor for childhood central nervous system tumors . https://t.co/UdbfqPvipX

Mar 27, 2023 · 4,599 followers View post →
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@SilkeLeFay · X

#cancer #oncology #neurology #neuroscience #pediatrics Medulloblastoma, ependymoma, and astrocytoma are associated with specific pesticides. Residential proximity to pesticide application as a risk factor for childhood central nervous system tumors . https://t.co/UdbfqPvipX

Feb 25, 2023 · 4,599 followers View post →
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RT @PopResearchCtrs: Research based in California found that pregnant women living in agricultural areas who are exposed to certain pestici…

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RT @PopResearchCtrs: Research based in California found that pregnant women living in agricultural areas who are exposed to certain pestici…

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Children Now
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RT @PopResearchCtrs: Research based in California found that pregnant women living in agricultural areas who are exposed to certain pestici…

Oct 12, 2022 · 3 shares · 9,137 followers View post →
CPIPR
@PopResearchCtrs · X

Research based in California found that pregnant women living in agricultural areas who are exposed to certain pesticides may be at ⬆️risk of her child developing brain/nervous system tumors. #CaliforniaChildrenEnvironmentalHealthMonth Read more: https://t.co/r5tyY8WONV https://t.co/pnmAylaiXM

Oct 12, 2022 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 1,069 followers View post →
CPIPR
@PopResearchCtrs · X

Pregnant women living in agricultural areas who are exposed to certain pesticides may be at increased risk of her child developing central brain/nervous system tumors. @CCPRatUCLA #NICHDImpact https://t.co/r5tyY8FdWn https://t.co/idgZqGCJFq

Nov 18, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,069 followers View post →
CPIPR
@PopResearchCtrs · X

elevated risk of tumors associated with exposure to bromacil, thiophanate-methyl, triforine, kresoxim methyl, chlorothalonil, propiconazole, dimethoate, and linuron. @CCPRatUCLA #NICHDImpact https://t.co/RjTmqQ3nQS

Sep 28, 2021 · 1,069 followers View post →
CPIPR
@PopResearchCtrs · X

Pregnant women living in agricultural areas who are exposed to certain pesticides may be at increased risk of her child developing central brain/nervous system tumors. @CCPRatUCLA #NICHDImpact https://t.co/r5tyY8WONV https://t.co/X7cxdNsQAs

Sep 28, 2021 · 1,069 followers View post →
Georgina Downs
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@SpudSlingsby @FarmerAndyH @Jes_Squirrell @Ben__Adamss @BeaumontRobert @farmingGeorge @agricontract @DavidButler34 @WeedingTech @Riverford @geetiesingh @peterk69 11/? “Residential proximity to pesticide application as a risk factor for childhood central nervous system tumors.” 2021. It found exposure to certain pesticides during pregnancy from living within 2.5 miles of spraying may increase risk of childhood central nervous system tumors

Jun 13, 2021 · 1,734 followers View post →
Daniel
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Residential Proximity to Pesticide Application as a Risk Factor for Ch... https://t.co/AnJhYIn0zE

Apr 8, 2021 · 51 followers View post →