What does DDT stand for?

Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (insecticide; CAS Number 50-29-3)

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The World Health Organization has recommended dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT) for indoor residual spraying to control malaria when suitable alternatives are not available, and DDT is currently used for this purpose in approximately 14 countries, van den Berg (p.

Global status of DDT

Because of pyrethroid resistance, the most popular insecticides used in IRS are carbamate based and dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT).

Controlling malaria in southern Africa

But the Pesticide Action Network North America opposes its use because it thinks DDT, or dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane, may potentially cause premature birth and developmental delay in children, spokeswoman Stephenie Hendricks said.

Health agency backs use of DDT

The most cost-effective and safe insecticide has been, and in many instances still is, dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT).

Malaria control and public health

dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane [DDT], lindane, aldrin, dieldrin) and as herbicides (e.

Breast cancer and environmental risks: where is the link?

In 1939, Paul Muller of Switzerland rediscovered dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane and saw its potential.

From Stockholm to Johannesburg: most, but not all, of the world's ...

The villain was identified and conquered: dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane, DDT.

THIRD WORLD PAYS TRAGIC COST FOR BIRDS

OBJECTIVE: I review the status of dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT), used for disease vector control, along with current evidence on its benefits and risks in relation to the available alternatives.

Global status of DDT and its alternatives for use in vector control ...