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Abdou Orou-Seko1,2, Dennis Chirawurah1, Jean-Pierre Gnimatin3
1Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana.
Heliyon
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Summary
This study outlines a protocol to monitor pesticide residues in Africa, assessing environmental and health risks from increasing farm pesticide use. Findings will inform better regulation and toxicovigilance for safer food and water.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Toxicology
- Public Health
Background:
- Africa faces a rapid increase in on-farm pesticide use, outpacing regulatory capacity.
- The health and environmental impacts of rising pesticide use in developing nations are poorly understood.
- Current monitoring and regulation of pesticide products are insufficient.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish criteria for monitoring pesticide residues in aquatic environments and food.
- To evaluate pesticide utilization methods and associated hazards.
- To assess human health and ecological risks from pesticide applications.
Main Methods:
- Quantitative, cross-sectional study design.
- Utilizes surveys and collection of biological and environmental samples.
- Employs mathematical algorithms to assess ecological and health risks.
Main Results:
- This study protocol aims to quantify pesticide residues in environmental and fish samples.
- It will assess ecological risks and human health risks associated with detected residues.
- Data will support organized research and coordinated pesticide surveillance.
Conclusions:
- This research will monitor and assess environmental and human health hazards from increased pesticide use.
- It aims to gather data on pesticide practices contaminating aquatic ecosystems.
- Findings will enable improved toxicovigilance and pesticide surveillance operations.
