Review Links Adverse Cardiovascular Effects with Exposure to Pyrethroid Pesticides

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• – Pyrethroid pesticides linked to increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular disease.
• – Review of 47 studies finds associations between pyrethroid pesticide exposure and cardiovascular outcomes in both occupational and non-occupational settings.
• – The study's findings suggest that exposure to pyrethroid pesticides may be a significant public health concern, particularly for vulnerable populations such as children and the elderly.