Ever wondered about the chemicals lurking in your local parks and schools? The issue of pesticides in neighborhoods is not just about pretty lawns; it's about the well-being of our families, especially our little ones. 

Kim Konte and Bruce Lanphear are the duo behind Non-Toxic Neighborhoods. They're on a mission to kick harmful pesticides out of our public spaces. Kim, certified in organic land management, shares the details of their advocacy work. Bruce, a researcher, talks about prevention in pediatric healthcare. Throughout the podcast, they discuss the challenges faced in bringing about policy changes, success stories, and the need for a paradigm shift in prioritizing children's health. They highlight the need for preventive steps, shaking up norms for the sake of future generations' well-being.

In this episode, Kim and Bruce talk to Jen about their mission to eradicate harmful pesticides from parks and schools, the challenges and wins in their journey, and the need for a shift in pediatric healthcare towards prevention over treatment.

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[05:17] - “There are about 200,00 people every year that die from acute pesticide poison.” ~ Bruce Lanphear

[08:06] - “No school district or municipality wants to hear that they’re using chemicals that can potentially harm the residents, students, teacher, or staff.” ~ Kim Konte

[29:40] - “We’ve actually created an environment that makes it easy to become sick, and too often, we put the burden on families.” ~ Bruce Lanphear

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