Precautionary Approach Suggested To Protect Pregnant Women And Children Against Industrial Chemicals

... Exposure limits for chemicals should be set at values that recognise the unique sensitivity of pregnant women and young children, and they should aim to protect brain development, according to a Review this week.Neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, attention deficit disorder, and cerebral palsy are common, costly and can cause lifelong disability. [click link for full article] ...