DDT Linked To Obesity In Female Mice Long After Exposure
Thursday, July 31, 2014 - 10:31
in Health & Medicine
DDT, the first modern pesticide, has been banned in the United States since 1972 but it is still commonly used in places where malaria is prevalent. The United Nations recommends it because it is far less harmful to people than malaria is and remains superior to replacements. Malaria drugs have become less effective over time so it's better kill pests before they infect people. read more