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- A study published in Nature Health links pesticide exposure to cancer risk in Peru by showing that complex mixtures contribute even at levels deemed safe.
- The team analyzed data from over 150,000 cancer cases and mapped regional pesticide exposure.
- Findings indicate that certain tumors share vulnerabilities exacerbated by pesticides, prompting reevaluation of safety assessments.
- Researchers urge policies addressing environmental health disparities, especially for Peru's vulnerable communities.
