Protect Children from Exposure to Toxins

Pediatricians from the American Academy of Pediatrics have said that it is imperative to protect children and expectant mothers from exposure to toxic chemicals.

The adverse effect of toxins is far more serious to the developing brains of children than adults.

Organophosphorus Poisoning
Organosphosphorus compounds are used as insecticides and chemical warfare. They are easily accessible, thus they are a commonly associated with suicides and accidental poisoning.

Exposure to pesticides before birth can cause reduced IQ scores in children. Further, exposure to toxins may be the reason for the surge in chronic diseases like ADHD, asthma, allergies, and autism.

Pediatricians have pressed the government for better regulation of toxic chemicals.

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