Pollens
Ragweed and allergies
Updated on 16/07/2018
Keywords : Ragweed, Pollens, Allergy, Biological pest control
Over the last few decades, allergies have become increasingly prevalent in the population in many countries, and especially in France. Pollen of the ragweed, which is an invasive exotic plant, causes allergic reactions in many people. ANSES is examining several species of ragweed in order to contribute to the prevention and management of their introduction and propagation. It is evaluating the risk of propagation of different ragweed species, and has also been asked to assess the risk of introduction of the small Ophraella communa beetle as a biological control solution to ragweed.
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Outdoor air quality
Updated on 30/11/2017
Keywords : Outdoor air (ambient air), Pollens, Allergy, Pesticides
The effects on health and the environment of ambient air pollution from a large number of chemical pollutants have been well understood for a number of years now. It is now clearly established that current ambient air pollution levels have an impact on health, in particular respiratory and cardiovascular health. The Agency has been involved in the issue of outdoor air pollution and its impact on human health for many years, and it conducts a wide range of scientific assessment work on this topic.
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