In 1978, more accurate testing procedures were adopted. But all pesticides approved prior to 1978 were again exempted. Several older sprays grandfathered into use without adequate testing, persist for years and would not be allowed on the market today. U.S. breast cancers increased sharply in recent years, despite a drop in consumption of fat and alcohol. U.S. pesticide exposure worsened during the past decade.
Pesticides contribute to breast cancer risk independent of fat intake.
Countries with toxic waste sites have elevated breast cancer rates. Our government has failed to curtail dangerous pesticides, not because we lack information, but because we lack political resolve. The Delaney Clause requires the EPA to deny approval of new pesticides, that are less carcinogenic than older pesticides currently in use. Congress inflicted this intolerable situation on the public and only Congress can undo the damage. Ban the production and export of any pesticide not allowed on American food.