The cause of autism is still unknown, but we are definitely closer to figuring it out. A new study published in the journalPLOS Computational Biology, from researchers at the University of Chicago revealed that autism and intellectual disability (ID) rates are linked with exposure to harmful environmental factors during congenital development. “Essentially what happens is … [Read more...]
No more detrimental nukes please
One of the lesser known impacts of radioactive emissions, such as from nuclear power stations, is genetic damage to the foetus. Plans to massively expand nuclear power in SA will expose more women and children to the horrors of birth defects and genetic mutations. Last week, members of anti-nuclear organization Earthlife Africa gathered to hold a moment of Silence in Solidarity … [Read more...]
