BMA Calls for GM Crop Ban
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On one hand the British Medical Association (representing more than 13,000 doctors in Scotland and 80% of British doctors) suggests caution in field tests of genetically modified plants. On the other hand, some politicians say not to worry.
Who would you listen to?
Doctors want GM crop ban
BBC, via dangerousmetaGenetically modified (GM) crop trials in Scotland should be halted immediately as a “precautionary measure” to safeguard public health, senior medical figures have said.
The British Medical Association (BMA) was making its case for a moratorium in a submission to the Scottish Parliament’s health committee on Wednesday.
Its submission said that “insufficient care” has been taken over public health and concerns are “serious enough” to justify an immediate end to the trials.
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Posted to General Rants • 2002.11.21 (Thu) • 10:48
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Posted by Scott 2002.11.21, 19:03
Fortuantely, the Dr’s have something over the politicians in the area of grey matter.
I agree there hasn’t been enough research into the effects of GM foods. What (if any) are the long term effects? Unfortunately the developers and politicians only have the almighty $ in their sights and their only concern is to rush the process along without thought to the consequences.
A bit like agent orange back in 60’s - use it and years down the track say, “oops”.
Posted by Andy 2002.11.21, 20:01
Actually, methinks they would have the Almighty £ in their sight.
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