AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPFAS Health Risks: Two former managers of the Syensqo plant in Spinetta Marengo are due in court next month over alleged environmental damage. Residents have PFAS in their blood, air and water; regional research has also reported unusually high rates of some cancers nearby, though this does not establish the chemicals as their cause. Medical Technology: China’s Midea has completed its acquisition of a controlling stake in Genoa-based medical imaging company Esaote, which will remain headquartered in Italy as the partners plan investments in research and manufacturing. Eye Care: Italian researchers have developed a treatment combination intended to prevent infection and inflammation after cataract surgery; the product is now distributed in 90 countries. Pesticide Rules: Scientists and health groups are urging the European Commission to drop a proposal they say could weaken pesticide reviews, warning that exposure is linked to serious illnesses. Longevity Research: Researchers are investigating a Sardinian village where many women live to 100, seeking clues to exceptional longevity.
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