Toxicology

Cadmium, a metal known for its harmful effects, is found not only in the environment, but also in food and many materials that make up ordinary consumer products.

Dec 13, 2009 - Samantha Gordon

The cosmetics industry has long been criticized for the toxic content in it products, and nail polish is among the worst offenders. Some manufacturers are changing this.

Nov 7, 2009 - Sharon Russell

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.

Sep 12, 2009 - Kristina Bjoran

The major problem with pharmaceutical waste in the environment is that the true extent of the dangers of this toxicity is yet unknown.

Sep 6, 2009 - Mary Desaulniers

Companies producing aluminum and stainless steel reusable water bottles provide consumers with toxin-free as well as environmentally responsible packaging options.

Aug 2, 2009 - Susan Harper

The writers of a new book say peoples' bodies are sponges that soak up harmful chemicals from the products that surround the public.

Jun 5, 2009 - Rupert Taylor

Few people argue that cigarette smoking is a harmless activity, however the thrown away butts are now creating a growing problem.

Jun 2, 2009 - Rupert Taylor

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.

Apr 27, 2009 - Angela Schnaubelt

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.

Apr 5, 2009 - Angela Schnaubelt

Certain snakes, scorpions, frogs and fish are well known for secreting deadly substances known as neurotoxins. What do these chemical actually do to humans?

May 1, 2008 - Isaac M. McPhee