We are exposed to industrial chemicals in the environment throughout our lives. But because growth is rapid and basic organ systems are under development during the prenatal and early childhood period, exposures during those times may have greater impact on our health than exposures when we are adults. Prenatal exposures to some toxins can harm the fetus at levels that have no obvious effect on the mother. Moreover, some parental exposures even in the preconception period may harm the future child. Read more »
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