Pesticides

Rosenfeld, Paul; Feng, Lydia G.H.

doi:10.1016/b978-1-4377-7842-7.00011-8

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“…Endosulfan is primarily used to control a number of insects on food crops like tea, fruits, and vegetables and on grains and can be used as a wood preservative. Endosulfan can be released into the air, water, and soil in areas where it is applied as a pesticide [ 95 ]. A mortality study reported an increased incidence of Parkinson's mortality in rural California counties with high use of agricultural pesticides [ 96 ].…”

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A Common Feature of Pesticides: Oxidative Stress—The Role of Oxidative Stress in Pesticide-Induced Toxicity

Sule

Condon

Gomes

2022

Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity

214

102

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Pesticides are important chemicals or biological agents that deter or kill pests. The use of pesticides has continued to increase as it is still considered the most effective method to reduce pests and increase crop growth. However, pesticides have other consequences, including potential toxicity to humans and wildlife. Pesticides have been associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and birth defects. Labels on pesticides also suggest limiting exposure to these hazardous chemicals. Based on experimental evidence, various types of pesticides all seem to have a common effect, the induction of oxidative stress in different cell types and animal models. Pesticide-induced oxidative stress is caused by both reactive oxygen species (ROS) and reactive nitrogen species (RNS), which are associated with several diseases including cancer, inflammation, and cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. ROS and RNS can activate at least five independent signaling pathways including mitochondrial-induced apoptosis. Limited in vitro studies also suggest that exogenous antioxidants can reduce or prevent the deleterious effects of pesticides.

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A Common Feature of Pesticides: Oxidative Stress—The Role of Oxidative Stress in Pesticide-Induced Toxicity

Sule

Condon

Gomes

2022

Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity

214

102

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“…For example, even the review of Tait et al [ 17 ], in which the authors focused on incinerators’ publications until 2017, should be renewed, based on more recent and robust studies (e.g., [ 24 , 25 ]). At the same time, it has to be considered that the so-called emerging contaminants (ECs) are not commonly monitored in the environment, but they have the potential to enter the environment and cause known or suspected adverse health effects [ 26 ]. In addition, many new chemicals are constantly approved for commercial use; for example, over 40,000 chemicals are actively being manufactured, processed, and imported in the United States, but the health effects of few of them have been monitored in the population [ 27 , 28 ].…”

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Municipal Solid Waste Management and Adverse Health Outcomes: A Systematic Review

Vinti

Bauza

Clasen

et al. 2021

IJERPH

105

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Municipal solid waste (MSW) can pose a threat to public health if it is not safely managed. Despite prior research, uncertainties remain and refurbished evidence is needed along with new approaches. We conducted a systematic review of recently published literature to update and expand the epidemiological evidence on the association between MSW management practices and resident populations’ health risks. Studies published from January 2005 to January 2020 were searched and reviewed following PRISMA guidelines. Eligible MSW treatment or disposal sites were defined as landfills, dumpsites, incinerators, waste open burning, transfer stations, recycling sites, composting plants, and anaerobic digesters. Occupational risks were not assessed. Health effects investigated included mortality, adverse birth and neonatal outcomes, cancer, respiratory conditions, gastroenteritis, vector-borne diseases, mental health conditions, and cardiovascular diseases. Studies reporting on human biomonitoring for exposure were eligible as well. Twenty-nine studies were identified that met the inclusion criteria of our protocol, assessing health effects only associated with proximity to landfills, incinerators, and dumpsites/open burning sites. There was some evidence of an increased risk of adverse birth and neonatal outcomes for residents near each type of MSW site. There was also some evidence of an increased risk of mortality, respiratory diseases, and negative mental health effects associated with residing near landfills. Additionally, there was some evidence of increased risk of mortality associated with residing near incinerators. However, in many cases, the evidence was inadequate to establish a strong relationship between a specific exposure and outcomes, and the studies rarely assessed new generation technologies. Evidence gaps remain, and recommendations for future research are discussed.

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“…It is believed that site selection is the vital part of burying hazardous waste. This stage, known as the final stage of hazardous waste management, is very complex and technologically demanding [ 2 ]. Chen et al considers the impact of environmental, social and economic problems, caused by burying disposals, as the considerable parts [ 24 ].…”

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“…In general, experts recognize that hazardous materials and waste are resulted from the activities of various sectors such as industry, agriculture, trade, and services [ 1 ]. Rosenfeld believes that” If a material has been discarded and can cause substantial harm to humans or the environment, it is considered a hazardous waste” [ 2 ]. Additionally, hazardous material is, by another definition, “a matter which is itself hazardous for human, animal, and environment health” [ 3 ].…”

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Application of geographical information system in disposal site selection for hazardous wastes

Rezaeimahmoudi

Esmaeli

Gharegozlu

et al. 2014

J Environ Health Sci Engineer

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BackgroundThe aim of this study was to provide a scientific method based on Geographical Information System (GIS) regarding all sustainable development measures to locate a proper landfill for disposal of hazardous wastes, especially industrial (radioactive) wastes.MethodsSeven effective factors for determining hazardous waste landfill were applied in Qom Province, central Iran. These criteria included water, slope, population centers, roads, fault, protected areas and geology. The Analysis Hierarchical Process (AHP) model based on pair comparison was used. First, the weight of each factor was determined by experts; afterwards each layer of maps entered to ARC GIS and with special weight multiplied together, finally the best suitable site was introduced.ResultsThe most suitable sites for burial were in northwest and west of Qom Province and eventually five zones were introduced as the sample sites.ConclusionGIs and AHP model is introduced as the technical, useful and accelerator tool for disposal site selection. Furthermore it is determined that geological factor is the most effective layer for site selection. It is suggested that geological conditions should be considered primarily then other factors are taken into consideration.

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Pesticides

Cited by 10 publications

References 48 publications

A Common Feature of Pesticides: Oxidative Stress—The Role of Oxidative Stress in Pesticide-Induced Toxicity

A Common Feature of Pesticides: Oxidative Stress—The Role of Oxidative Stress in Pesticide-Induced Toxicity

Municipal Solid Waste Management and Adverse Health Outcomes: A Systematic Review

Application of geographical information system in disposal site selection for hazardous wastes

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