Effects of Neonicotinoid Pesticide Exposure on Human Health: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Numerous studies have identified detectable levels of neonicotinoids (neonics) in the environment, adverse effects of neonics in many species, including mammals, and pathways through which human exposure to neonics could occur, yet little is known about the human health effects of neonic exposure.

Objective

In this systematic review, we sought to identify human population studies on the health effects of neonics.

Methods

Studies published in English between 2005 and 2015 were searched using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. No restrictions were placed on the type of health outcome assessed. Risk of bias was assessed using guidance developed by the National Toxicology Program's Office of Health Assessment and Translation.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Cimino AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5289916 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature