Scientists Identify 485 Pesticide Chemicals With Potential Breast Cancer Links

The Silent Spring Institute identified 485 chemicals in pesticide formulations that may increase breast cancer risk, including 145 EPA-registered active ingredients. Federal biomonitoring found 84 of the chemicals in people's bodies, with malathion detected in over 90% of the U.S. population.

• 485 pesticide chemicals flagged for potential breast cancer risk
• 145 are EPA-registered active ingredients
• 84 chemicals detected in human bodies via biomonitoring
• Malathion found in over 90% of Americans, DDT in 40%