The Pine River Statement: Human Health Consequences of DDT Use

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Authors

Brenda Eskenazi · Berkeley Public Health Division

Jonathan Chevrier · University of California, Berkeley

Lisa G. Rosas · University of California, Berkeley

Henry A. Anderson · Wisconsin Division of Public Health

Riana Bornman · University of Pretoria

Hindrik Bouwman · North-West University

Aimin Chen

Abstract

Although we provide evidence to suggest that DDT and DDE may pose a risk to human health, we also highlight the lack of knowledge about human exposure and health effects in communities where DDT is currently being sprayed for malaria control. We recommend research to address this gap and to develop safe and effective alternatives to DDT.

Topics & Keywords

Toxic Organic Pollutants Impact Air Quality and Health Impacts Effects and risks of endocrine disrupting chemicals

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Environmental Health Perspectives

Volume 117, Issue 9, pp. 1359-1367

DOI: 10.1289/ehp.11748

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