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Seeking a more protective European definition for nanomaterials

In the European Union, the definition of nanomaterial varies according to the industry sector. The European Commission launched a public...

Recognising the carcinogenic nature of cytostatic drugs in order to improve occupational risk prevention

Many professionals – nurses, caregivers, doctors, veterinarians, cleaning staff, etc. – are potentially exposed to cytostatics, which are...

Animal protein in pig and poultry feed: separate production to limit risks

Cases of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), also known as mad cow disease, have become extremely rare in Europe. The European Commission thus...

Prostate cancer and occupational exposure to pesticides: ANSES publishes its first expert appraisal report for the recognition of occupational diseases

ANSES recently conducted a scientific expert appraisal on prostate cancer associated with occupational exposure to pesticides, with a focus on...

Review of the event "Microplastics and nanomaterials: research on environment and health"

Nearly 1000 people attended our scientific conference on the impact of microplastics and nanomaterials, organised jointly with the French National...

ANSES issues a call for applications for the creation of an Expert Committee on Socio-economic analysis

When carrying out its health risk assessment mission, ANSES relies on groups of independent experts from various scientific fields. To better...

Plants sold commercially: What are the health risks?

Common yew, dieffenbachia, garden angelica… ANSES publishes the list of commercially available plants which can pose a health risk and the...

Better characterising the exposure of French Caribbean populations to chlordecone through food

ANSES has launched the ChlorExpo study in Guadeloupe and Martinique. Its aim is to obtain a more accurate picture of the population's level of...