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This method, according to Palmioto et al. produces landfill gas emissions which are created by the biodegradation of accumulated waste (Palmiotto, Fattore and Paiano). The unpleasant odor that landfills release is made up of various gases such as methane, carbon dioxide, sulfur and volatile organic compounds known to be carcinogenic or teratogenic (Rushton). An interesting fact comes when talking about the reproductive health outcomes of people near a landfill compared to waste incineration. Cases of congenital malformations and low birth weight in newborns emerge when the consequences of exposure to landfill gases are assessed. Filder et al. carried out a study on a population near Nant-y-Gwyddon landfill site in South Wales, UK, to evaluate reproductive health outcomes. It turned out that after the creation of the landfill, all congenital malformations and low weight emerged (Fielder, Poon-King and Palmer). On the other hand, the constant unpleasant odor of waste dumps can produce emotional disturbances, as well as physical symptoms such as respiratory problems, eye watering and nausea to the inhabitants of Doral (Palmiotto, Fattore and