What are the Challenges in Epidemiological Research on Agrochemicals?
Several challenges complicate the study of agrochemical exposure:
1. Exposure Assessment: Accurately measuring individual exposure levels is difficult due to variability in usage, application methods, and environmental factors. 2. Latency Periods: Many health effects, such as cancer, have long latency periods, making it challenging to establish direct causal links. 3. Confounding Variables: Factors like lifestyle, genetic predisposition, and occupational exposures can confound the relationship between agrochemicals and health outcomes.
