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Poll: Is It OK to Chemically Treat Your Lawn?

Do you think chemical pesticides and herbicides are safe to use in Berkley and Huntington Woods?

In , we inquired about the safety of using chemical pesticides and herbicides to maintain a stellar lawn and garden in areas where children are present.

Neal Alpiner, chief of Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at , said there are some risks and urged those using the products to follow directions, communicate with neighbors and keep kids off treated areas for at least 24 hours.

So, we'd like to know: Do you think it's OK to use chemical pesticides and herbicides in Berkley and Huntington Woods? Take our poll to let us know!

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