Toxicology
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Chemicals are everywhere. Toxicology allows us to determine what the safe levels for human exposure are. more...
Consuming melamine tainted food causes symptoms related to kidney stones. Long term effects of melamine consumption are not well defined. more...
Abstaining from social drinking while nursing is difficult, but what is the cost of having an alcoholic drink or two? more...
A hangover is the result of alcohol abuse but exactly what causes the unpleasant symptoms? more...
Alcohol is a drug. Understanding the negative health effects of alcohol consumption may deter alcohol abuse. more...
Alcohol Abuse and Alcohol Dependence
Alcoholics may all look the same at first glance but there are two groups; those suffering from a brain disease and those who are victims of substance abuse. more...
Drinking Water Affects Flu Susceptibility
Commonly found arsenic can affect the body's immune response to the Influenza virus. more...
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By: Kristina Bjoran
Rearing its carcinogenic head all across the world, dioxins are a cunning class of toxic chemicals that steadily work their way up the food chain. more...
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Mary Desaulniers
The major problem with pharmaceutical waste in the environment is that the true extent of the dangers of this toxicity is yet unknown. more...
Aluminum Bottles Are Environmentally Friendly
By: Susan Murray
Companies producing aluminum and stainless steel reusable water bottles provide consumers with toxin-free as well as environmentally responsible packaging options. more...
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Rupert Taylor
The writers of a new book say peoples' bodies are sponges that soak up harmful chemicals from the products that surround the public. more...
By:
Rupert Taylor
Few people argue that cigarette smoking is a harmless activity, however the thrown away butts are now creating a growing problem. more...
Health Risks from Contaminants in Tap Water
Diabetes has been linked to arsenic; bone cancer can be caused by high amounts of radium; and ingesting neurotoxins like fluoride, lead, and aluminum cause brain damage. more...
Contaminant Levels in Tap Water
To interpret the contaminant levels in water reports, keep units of measurement and allowable limits in perspective to decide whether it is a trace amount or not. more...
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