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11/05/2022
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Launch of the European research and innovation PARC programme to improve chemical risk assessment

The European Partnership for the Assessment of Risks from Chemicals (PARC), which is being launched today in Paris, France, is seeking to develop...
06/05/2022
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PestiRiv study: focus on the second survey period designed to improve knowledge of exposure to pesticides in wine-growing areas

The PestiRiv study, which Santé publique France and ANSES have been conducting in six regions of metropolitan France (Grand Est,...
28/04/2022
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Beware of ticks in forests or gardens

Especially active in the spring and autumn, ticks are the main vectors of pathogens responsible for infectious diseases in Europe. In particular,...
20/04/2022
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What can science tell us about the exposome?

Every year, over 70% of deaths worldwide are due to chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disorders, cancer or diabetes. These diseases are...
14/04/2022
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Recognising the carcinogenic nature of work involving exposure to welding fumes

In France, more than 528,000 employees are potentially exposed to welding fumes. According to the latest available data, inhaling these fumes...
21/03/2022
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Understanding the increase in damage caused by a fungus in the Landes forest

For the past three years, Cronartium pini, a fungus responsible for pine blister rust, has been causing increasing damage to maritime pines in the...
18/03/2022
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What effect do herbicide-tolerant varieties have on plant biodiversity?

The cultivation of herbicide-tolerant varieties (HTVs) of crops raises concerns for plant biodiversity. In a study conducted with INRAE and the...
09/03/2022
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Chemicals in textiles and footwear: a proposal for regulations that offer more protection

Clothing and shoes contain many chemicals. While some of these are already covered by regulations, others still need to be identified or...
07/03/2022
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Three new databases for greater transparency on veterinary medicinal products in Europe

The new Regulation (EU) No 2019/6 on veterinary medicinal products provides for the creation of three databases, designed to improve access to and...