A Thorny Problem: Glyphosate and 2,4-D Associated with Neurobehavioral Effects for Ecuadorian Adolescents

Environ Health Perspect. 2023 Dec;131(12):124001. doi: 10.1289/EHP14169. Epub 2023 Dec 26.

Abstract

Among adolescents in an area known for its rose and other flower crops, exposures to 2,4-D and glyphosate (but not DEET) were associated with lower scores on neurobehavioral assessments. Notably, these kids did not work in floriculture.

MeSH terms

  • 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid* / toxicity
  • Adolescent
  • Ecuador
  • Glyphosate*
  • Humans

Substances

  • Glyphosate
  • 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid