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Q: What are some of the health concerns caused by environmental exposures?

posted on Aug 30, 2015

A: Some of the diseases and health problems that children can experience as a result of environmental exposures include:

  • Asthma and/or respiratory disorders
  • Childhood cancer
  • Congenital anomalies (birth defects)
  • Developmental disorders
  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Liver disorders
  • Mental retardation
  • Neurological disorders
  • Skin disorders