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    Area of Science:

    • Environmental Health Sciences
    • Toxicology
    • Occupational Medicine

    Background:

    • Exposure to environmental toxins can lead to significant health issues.
    • Organophosphate pesticides are a class of chemicals known for their toxicity.
    • Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) is a chronic condition triggered by low-level chemical exposures.