DDT, or dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane, is a synthetic pesticide that has raised concerns due to its harmful effects on the environment and human health. Petitions under this topic focus on banning the use of DDT and advocating for safer alternatives in agriculture and pest control. One petition highlights the damaging impact of DDT on vulnerable species like birds and insects, urging for stricter regulations to protect wildlife. Another petition calls for government intervention to phase out DDT in favor of eco-friendly pest management practices. By signing these petitions, you can support the movement towards sustainable agriculture and a healthier ecosystem. Join the efforts to promote sustainable practices and raise awareness about the dangers of DDT for a cleaner and greener future.
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I lived in the Atlantic side of Panama from 1953 to 1992. I have witnessed the DDT spraying in our residential areas. Also witnessed planes spraying the jungle areas on the Fort Sherman side of the Gatun locks. Then witnessed the military personal jump from the planes in the areas that was sprayed. I currently have carcinoid tumors in my mesenteric lining,breast bone,5th left rib bone,liver,left breast which are all malignant
I was born and where in the Panama Canal Zone and my father was a teacher for PCC. He died from COPD, my mother died from cancer, I currently have two kinds of cancer.