A toxic divide: EPA ignores international cancer warning about dangerous herbicide The World Health Organization’s cancer research agency has classified the herbicide atrazine as “probably carcinogenic to humans.” Despite this international warning, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is proceeding with plans to reapprove the pesticide’s use. Atrazine, a known hormone disruptor, contaminates the drinking water of approximately 40 million Americans. The chemical is also linked to serious birth defects and fertility problems, and is banned in over 60 countries. Health advocates urge individuals to use certified water filters and choose organic foods to minimize personal exposure. In a move that highlights a stark…

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