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"This is an ongoing story because a lot of people weren't told until 2006 how close the ICC will be to their homes," Smith said, "and some are still finding out."If I were him (Kinder), I'd be more concerned about the carcinogenic pollution from the ICC, that makes asthma and other illnesses worse, than the pond," Smith added.In the nearby Cross Creek neighborhood, Franklin Jackson sympathized with the Kinders. He said that, like them, he did not know the ICC would be close to his home, located... (Laurel Leader, MD)
Doctor under investigation quits practice Jul 25, 2008
The tomalley can also accumulate high levels of possibly carcinogenic PCBs. Health officials said the pinkish lobster meat is safe to eat. (Boston Globe)
Cell Phone Health Worries Jul 25, 2008
"Given the absence of definitive proof in humans of the carcinogenic effects of electromagnetic fields of cell phones, we cannot speak about the necessity of preventative measures (as for tobacco or asbestos). In anticipation of more definitive data covering prolonged periods of observation, the existing data press us to share important prudent and simple measures of precaution for cell phone users, as have been variously suggested by several national and international reports. These measures... (W-USA News, DC)
Gene secret of heavy but sensible drinkers Jul 21, 2008
Two genes that quickly flush alcohol out of the system thus reducing its carcinogenic effect have been identified by scientists. People carrying one or both of the genes may have just half the chance of developing mouth, throat and oesophageal cancers that are associated with drinking. (Metro)
* Johnny Neihu's News Watch: Warning: contains septic statistics Jul 19, 2008
The chopsticks you get with your biandang (K) may be toxic; the coffee filters you use each morning are likely carcinogenic; your toilet cleaner probably contains hydrochloric acid (and one day youll spill it all over your hands); your hairdryer may be corroding your hearing and your bath towel coating your skin in formaldehyde; your favorite Dihua Street snacks could make you vomit; and you can pretty much bet that your daily dose of chicken essence contains more sodium than stated on the... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Case Points to Link Between Crohn's Treatment, Cancer Jul 18, 2008
WEDNESDAY, July 16 (HealthDay News) -- An unusual case involving a sudden remission of lung cancer highlights the carcinogenic potential of certain drugs used to treat Crohn's disease, experts say. The patient, a 69-year-old female ex-smoker, developed lung cancer while being treated with anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) medications for her Crohn's disease. (MEDLINEplus)
Weeding Out The Highs Of Medical Marijuana Jul 16, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 15, 2008) Research exploring new ways of exploiting the full medicinal uses of cannabis while avoiding unwanted side-effects will be presented to pharmacologists on July 15 by scientists attending the Federation of European Pharmacological Societies Congress, EPHAR 2008. Cannabis is a source of compounds known as cannabinoids, one of which, THC -- the main chemical responsible for the 'high' -- has long been licensed as a medicine for suppressing nausea produced by... (Science Daily)
State issues nine smoking-ban violation notices Jul 14, 2008
Jen W. wrote on Jul 9, 2008 3:04 PM:" Oh Chris, Chris, Chris, do you really think cigarette smoke is the ONLY way carcinogens are released into the air? Maybe you shouldn't run anything gas-powered (including a vehicle) because it's not good to breath the air...and maybe we should stop treating crops with pesticides because you can't convince me those aren't carcinogenic. Not to mention when it rains a lot of that stuff washes into our water. Non-smokers DO have rights - the right not to choose... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Not The Protein, But Its Location In The Cell, Determines The Onset Of Leukemia Jul 14, 2008
VIB researchers connected to the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven have discovered that the carcinogenic property of the fusion protein NUP214-ABL1 largely depends on its location in the cell ... Recent research by Kim De Keersmaecker and colleagues in Jan Cools' research group (VIB-K.U.Leuven) indicates that the location in the cell where these proteins are found plays an important role in the entire carcinogenic mechanism ... In collaboration with Maarten Fornerod (Nederlands Kanker Instituut,... (Science Daily)
Throwing precaution to the wind Jul 13, 2008
Studies show that people overestimate the carcinogenic risk from pesticides and underestimate the risks of natural carcinogens. People also believe that nature implies safety, so much that they will prefer natural water to processed water even if the two are chemically identical. (Boston Globe)
Radiation prompts ABC to dump site Jul 8, 2008
THE ABC dumped its former Brisbane home because it was carcinogenic; it dumped its proposed new home yesterday because it is radioactive. The state broadcaster evacuated its main Queensland studios 18 months ago after the discovery of a breast cancer cluster. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Reflecting on Good Health Jul 8, 2008
I learned from media reports that lab experiments have shown the chemical tetrabutyltin, a component of plastic cups and bottles from which we drink soda and coffee, leaches into liquids and is carcinogenic. I believe it is also a component of the plastic piping currently used to bring water into our homes. (Newsmax)
Fungi The Cause Of Many Outbreaks Of Disease, But Mostly Ignored Jul 4, 2008
(June 29, 2001) Researchers studying medicinal, pharmacological, antibiotic, carcinogenic and food-production agents would do well to look at an often-overlooked group of fungi that once had -- but then lost -- the. (Feb. (Science Daily)
I-Team: Non-Food Organic Products Jun 29, 2008
"We're talking about increasing your risk of cancer, and introducing a toxic carcinogenic substance into the bloodstream," said Eidinger. After doing its own tests, the California Attorney General's office filed a lawsuit against Avalon Natural Products, Beaumont Products, Nutribiotic, and Whole Foods Market. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Faulty DNA Repair Could Be A Risk Factor For Lung Cancer In Nonsmokers Jun 28, 2008
that is highly carcinogenic and mutagenic, capable of changing the composition of DNA.. The study is a continuation of research underway at M. D. Anderson that is looking for genetic and epigenetic components to lung cancer risk. (Science Daily)
Make your own fuel Jun 28, 2008
Some of the basic advantages of biodiesel are that there is no sulfur, it is non-toxic, it is biodegradable (in case of spills the natural environment takes care of it) and has drastically reduced carcinogenic emissions. For that reason, Geller would especially like to see it used in school buses. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Ghana's cocoa production more than doubled within eight years Jun 27, 2008
He said there was also the question of Ochratoxin in cocoa beans with its potentially carcinogenic effect adding that more research development and education was required to reduce to the barest minimum the effects of those factors. Mr Kwadwo Afram Asiedu, Eastern Regional Minister, in a speech read for him said he foresaw further development of CRIC into a world class research institute in all aspects of its mandate crops. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Oral Cannabis Ineffective In Treating Acute Pain, Study Finds Jun 26, 2008
19, 2005) Cannabis smoke is not as carcinogenic as tobacco smoke. In a review article published today in Harm Reduction Journal, Dr. Melamede from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, USA, writes that. (Science Daily)
EU to tighten pesticide controls Jun 25, 2008
Carcinogenic chemicals or those harmful to human hormones or reproduction would be banned. Pesticides would no longer be approved nationally, but regionally. (BBC News -- Health)
Now, enjoy electronic smoking in India Jun 25, 2008 Smoking causes more deaths than previously thought Jun 24, 2008 AstroTurf and kids a bad combination Jun 23, 2008 Green Clean by Hunter and Halpin Jun 22, 2008 Smoking's hidden death toll revealed Jun 22, 2008 Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Boosts Melanoma Incidence Jun 21, 2008 Archbald site contaminated Jun 20, 2008 June Bradlaw, research biologist for the FDA's in vitro unit; at 71 Jun 19, 2008 Beware of 'greenwashing' Jun 19, 2008 Nigeria: Cancer on the Loose Jun 18, 2008 Booker-shortlisted novelist begins hunger strike over Bhopal Jun 15, 2008 'Gender equality' of lung cancer Jun 14, 2008 FDA sees possible J&J psoriasis drug risks Jun 14, 2008 FDA May Require Cancer-Risk Labeling on J&J Drug Jun 14, 2008 Asbestos Tragedy and Hope Jun 13, 2008 Whole Foods, Beaumont Products named in suit over carcinogens Jun 13, 2008 Doctors Bust a Few Summertime Myths Jun 13, 2008 Vets question chemical tests Jun 12, 2008 Functional Technologies Announces Participation in the 2008 Home Winemaking and Brewing Trade Association Annual Conference Jun 9, 2008 Refinery: It's not a 'done deal' May 31, 2008 The Quebec Lung Association launches its "Clean Air for Kids" campaign to ban smoking in cars with kids May 30, 2008 Dual Functions Of Gene Revealed, For Better And For Worse May 29, 2008 Nature-friendly skincare May 29, 2008 Splendor in the organic grass May 28, 2008 Personal Health: Red flags for hereditary cancers May 28, 2008 Irritant and hazard: union targets products with high formaldehydelevels May 28, 2008 Firefighters make headway on Summit blaze May 25, 2008 To Block The Carcinogens, Add A Touch Of Rosemary When Grilling Meats May 25, 2008 Summit Fire: Cooler Temps Help Firefighters Battle Blaze May 25, 2008 Could Common Pain Killers Have A Role In Cancer Prevention? May 21, 2008 Report cites fire station violations May 21, 2008 Fighting Cancer: Historic Anti-Asbestos Legislation Moving Forward With Support of Meso Foundation May 20, 2008 Sleep Disorder Raises Heart Risks While Flying May 20, 2008 Diesel cars, now sporting both clean technology and fuel savings, are ready for U.S. rollout May 20, 2008 Agent Orange cancer inquiry May 18, 2008 Moth forum focuses on health, economic effects May 15, 2008 200000 TB Deaths Due to Beedi-smoking in India: Report May 15, 2008 Beedis are killing India May 14, 2008 Alternative Sweeteners Are Increasing By 8% A Year May 14, 2008 Puff, puff & kill yourself May 13, 2008 Everything in moderation May 13, 2008 Time to cleanse? Think again May 12, 2008 Oil companies settle MTBE lawsuits May 10, 2008 Asbestos cleaned out at Station 2 May 9, 2008 The humor potential: Sometimes its better to leave well enough alone May 8, 2008 Fish, birds dead after solvent leaks from Richmond plant May 8, 2008 Will $4 gas change lifestyle? May 6, 2008 Scary stories May 6, 2008 LIMIT YOUR EXPOSURE May 4, 2008 A simple solution: Smoke at home May 2, 2008 Should hospitals and medical institutions take positions on economic development issues such as Hyperion? May 2, 2008 Suspected Carcinogenic Chemicals Used To Make Teflon, Scotchgard, Found In Human Milk May 2, 2008 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: April 25 May 2, 2008 Possible Viral Links to Lung Cancer Risk Uncovered May 2, 2008 Our Opinion: Officials make right move with tougher restrictions Apr 22, 2008 Raptor Pharmaceuticals Corp. Initiates Phase IIa Clinical Study for Convivia(TM) Apr 21, 2008 Alberta Tar Sands Apr 20, 2008 Obama, Durbin concerned about chemical waste at Clinton landfill Apr 20, 2008 Cleaning Sauquoit Creek, one bottle at a time Apr 20, 2008 Eco-friendly beauty solutions Apr 17, 2008 Dr. Lu's ‘Pink and Black' event will raise funds to fight breast cancer Apr 17, 2008 Cheating sleep can prove costly Apr 17, 2008 Did Obama Just Pivot? Apr 17, 2008 White House Gains Influence in Toxic Chemical Assessments Apr 16, 2008 Why Do We Worry About the Least Important Causes of Cancer? Apr 16, 2008
The good news is that puffing these cigarettes does not compromise on the stimulation aspect of smoking, as it lends the same stimulation sans carcinogenic elements. . (Sify.com, India)
EU Ministers Clinch Deal on New Pesticides Law Jun 24, 2008
"The new arrangements totally prohibit the marketing and use of substances proven to be carcinogenic, mutagenic and toxic for reproduction," current EU president Slovenia said. However, substances considered hazardous could be used if available products did "not offer sufficiently effective plant protection", it said in a statement. (Planet Ark, United States)
Monday, 23 June , 2008, 08:25. London: A new study, led by experts at Glasgow University, has revealed that smoking causes hundreds of thousands more deaths each year than previously thought. (Sify)
Let's count the molecules of poison emanating into the sky, oozing into the groundwater or out to the ocean, as petroleum by-products degrade into carcinogenic gases and nanoparticles of plastic under the action of the sun and daily wear and tear. Let's look at the jobs created and lost, and the health of the workers. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Petrochemicals such as naphthalene found in carpet cleaners are allergenic, carcinogenic, and may alter kidney function. Green cleaning reduces your exposure to harmful environmental toxins and removes potentially fatal chemicals from your home. (Suite101.com)
Health Minister Shona Robison said: "This study appears to demonstrate that smoking is even more carcinogenic than was realised. It also underlines the importance of Scotland's smoking ban in public places, which is helping to safeguard the health of thousands of people working in previously smoky environments.". Sheila Duffy, chief executive of Action on Smoking and Health Scotland, said: "This large-scale study adds to the weight of existing research confirming the harmfulness of smoking. It's... (Scotsman)
A link between the drug and cancer has been suggested, and there are even concerns that the drug itself may be carcinogenic, but research examining this concern has proven inconclusive. This new study included 459 RA patients (309 women, 150 men) who started treatment with MTX prior to June 1986. (Health-Finder)
The International Agency for Research on Cancer and National Cancer Institute have said TCE is probably carcinogenic in humans. It is unclear whether there are groundwater wells in Archbald that could have been affected. (Scranton Times, PA)
One of her specialties was the use of cultured mammalian cells to study the effects of carcinogenic agents. Her work in the field of in vitro toxicology, particularly in the evaluation of products for public safety, made her internationally known. (Boston Globe)
VOCs are made up of hazardous and potentially carcinogenic ingredients such as formaldehyde, polyvinyl acetates, mineral spirits and acetone ... A chemist in the paint business for 20 years, Prior claims that his paints have zero VOCs, zero toxins and are non-carcinogenic. (NJ.com -- Times)
An expert put it like this: "Admittedly, sources of electromagnetic fields, such as equipment using electricity, television, radio, computers, mobile telephones, microwave ovens as well as radars and equipment used in industry have seen an unprecedented increase, but the carcinogenicity of these fields is not clear." But research also notes that the hazard posed to the general population by cell phone use can only be determined on the basis of extrapolation using mathematical models ... An... (allAfrica.com)
The disused Union Carbide factory in Bhopal contains about 8,000 tonnes of carcinogenic chemicals which continue to leach out and contaminate water supplies used by 30,000 local people. Satinath Sarangi of the Sambhavna Trust, which helps to rehabilitate victims, said the government is washing its hands of Bhopal. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
They conclude: "Our findings suggest that women are not more susceptible than men to the carcinogenic effects of cigarette smoking in the lung. "Vigorous efforts should continue to be directed at eliminating smoking in both sexes. " Andy McEwen, assistant director of tobacco studies at Cancer Research UK's Health Behaviour Research Centre, said: "Smoking has a devastating effect on the health of people trapped by their tobacco addiction. (BBC News -- Health)
The FDA reviewers said animal studies showed blocking those proteins raised the chances of developing cancer, which was enough to justify including those findings on the drug label "to inform prescribers about the potential carcinogenic risk.". Centocor spokesman Michael Parks said "although the occurrence of malignancies were comparable to placebo in clinical trials for ustekinumab, the risk of malignancies with immunosuppressive therapy is theoretically possible.". (Scientific American)
However, scientists said the drug may require labeling to warn doctors of possible carcinogenic risks. While Horsham, Penn. (ABC News -- Wire)
"For six to eight months we didn't know what was wrong with him. He was 68 but he was really strong and healthy. He didn't have any grey hairs." Joseph Miletto worked an aide on the buses for Laidlaw Transportation, and previously in the Navy and brick making where he was constantly exposed to carcinogenic asbestos fibers. Asbestos is so deadly that there is no known safe level of exposure. (PR Newswire)
The California Attorney General has filed suit against body care and household-cleaning product companies, including one in Georgia, whose products recently tested highest for a carcinogenic contaminant. Under California's Prop. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Grilled food is healthy, but when you burn anything, you create free radicals and carcinogenic chemicals. It doesn't matter what kind of charcoal you use, it has to do exclusively with the burning. (ABC News)
The mood darkens inside, where stacks of documents testify to his days in charge of a fleet of five light tugboats that were sprayed with biological agents and cleaned afterward with solvents, some of which now are considered carcinogenic. During the tests, conducted amid Cold War concerns about Russia's weapons capabilities, the military tested germs such as bacteria that could cause tularemia and Q fever, serious diseases more commonly found in animals. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
The Company is currently commercializing a platform yeast technology that substantially reduces the formation of ethyl carbamate (also known as urethane, which has been recently re-classified by the World Health Organization up to a Group 2A carcinogen - probably carcinogenic to humans), from wines and other fermented beverages and foods. Functional Technologies has licensed the exclusive worldwide rights to this technology from The University of British Columbia (UBC). (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
SDBorn wrote on May 30, 2008 12:17 PM:" Vote No, the Journal and pretty much every other printing plant on the face of the earth uses soy ink now because it's much cheaper and more "environmentally friendly". That's something you should appreciate.The former inks were carcinogenic if you take a bath in it 24-hours-a-day for about 75 years.Nice try, though. " ... Vote No wrote on May 30, 2008 11:43 AM:" Belushi, I have wondered it the SCJ uses Soy based INK, you know that Black Newsprint Ink is... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
It is simply unacceptable that some children in Quebec have to travel in smoke-filled cars and inhale the 4 000 hazardous and carcinogenic substances contained in tobacco smoke. We should not lose sight of the fact that exposure to smoke in a vehicle is especially significant, given its heavy concentration in a cramped space. (Canada Newswire)
It was unclear, however, what function ERG normally performs in the human body and why it is so carcinogenic when mutated. The team at WEHI has now demonstrated that ERG's usual role is to regulate the activity of blood stem cells. (Science Daily)
Some artificial colours are believed to be carcinogenic and impurities found in some commercial batches of cosmetic colours have been shown to cause cancer not only when ingested, but also when applied to the skin. Some artificial coal tar colours contain heavy metal impurities, including arsenic and lead, which are carcinogenic ... Lanolin itself is perfectly safe but cosmetic-grade lanolin can be contaminated with carcinogenic pesticides such as DDT, dieldrin, and lindane, in addition to other... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Pesticides are potentially carcinogenic, may cause other diseases. They also damage the health of the grass and soil and the groundwater. (Boston Globe)
Carcinogenic agents induce cancer by causing genetic mutations that allow cells to escape normal biological controls. Most cancers arise in this way, sporadically in an individual, and may involve several mutations that permit a tumor to grow. (International Herald Tribune)
With so many reported cases of exposure, the obvious question is why are we are still using this carcinogenic substance at all. Formaldehyde is an organic compound that is useful in a huge number of manufacturing processes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
The ash is considered nontoxic except for small amounts of carcinogenic chemicals and skin irritants, and is similar to ash left in a wood-burning fireplace, health officials said. Some 27 structures have burned, including 17 homes, and hundreds more remain threatened. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Smith, a KSU food science professor, has been looking into the carcinogenic compounds known as HCAs (heterocyclic amines). Put a little bit on the surface, Smith advised grillers. (Science Daily)
The ash is considered nontoxic except for small amounts of carcinogenic chemicals and skin irritants, and is similar to ash left in a wood-burning fireplace, health officials said. Residents are encouraged to take precautions to avoid unnecessary exposure to the ash, including washing ash off children's toys and pets and wearing gloves, long sleeves and pants to avoid skin contact, as wet ash can sometimes burn skin according to health officials. (NBC 11, CA)
When healthy patients are treated with Urso, especially patients with liver disease, it greatly reduces the concentration of toxic, carcinogenic bile. Also, researchers found that patients who take drugs to decrease injury or inflammation like aspirin are less likely to be diagnosed with this cancer. (Science Daily)
More alarmingly, they noted a lack of adequate exhaust systems to expel potentially carcinogenic fumes via a hose connected to a truck s exhaust pipe. I have not seen a copy of their study but I do know that [Inspectional Services Department Commissioner John Lojek is going to be looking at those stations and evaluating them, Mayor David Cohen said at his press conference Monday. (Newton Tab, MA)
The Meso Foundation issued a statement today saying, "We commend the Environment and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee of the Energy and Commerce Committee for following up on the historic leadership of Senator Patty Murray and Congresswoman Betty McCollum and taking up the issue of carcinogenic asbestos. We support the strongest possible ban on asbestos and applaud the Sub-committee for their work in drafting the Committee Print. For the sake of all those already exposed, those now sick, and... (PR Newswire)
In his research into cancer, Warburg showed the carcinogenic nature of food additives and smoking cigarettes, and demonstrated that cancer cells can be destroyed by radiation. He argued that anaerobiosis was a primary cause of cancer, and his own research into carcinogens made him fearful of processed foods. (New York Times)
Diesel's drawback had been high levels of smog-forming nitrogen oxides and carcinogenic soot. The greening of diesel involves the new ultra-low-sulfur fuel, cleaner-burning engines and a suite of emissions equipment. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
The Australian Army tested the carcinogenic defoliant, heavily used in the Vietnam War, by spraying forest near a river within Innisfail's water catchment, according to documents discovered in the Australian War Memorial archives by a researcher. Jean Williams told the Sun-Herald the tests were carried out between 1964 and 1966 at Gregory Falls. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Kawamura, who has previously said misinformation is being spread about the pest, went a step further Wednesday, terming some of it "disinformation, intentional spreading of information that's not true."A critic of spraying, Tom Kelly with a Bay Area group called Stop the Spray, accused Kawamura himself of using disinformation and "abusing discretion for an emergency."Jane Kelly, Tom's wife, questioned whether some of the inert ingredients in the pheromone product are carcinogenic. None are, said... (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Smoking beedi is considered more harmful than cigarette smoking because it contains more tar, nicotine, carbon monoxide, carcinogenic hydrocarbons and other toxic and class A carcinogenic substances such as nitro amines (NNN and NNK). However, beedi has less tobacco than cigarettes. (MedIndia)
It is more harmful than cigarette smoking as it contains more tar, nicotine, carbon monoxide, carcinogenic hydrocarbons and other toxic and class A carcinogenic substances like nitrosamines (NNN & NNK), but surprisingly less tobacco than a cigarette. A study was sponsored by the Indian Union Ministry of Health, co-produced by World Health Organisation, Healis-Sekhsaria Institute for Public Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and US Department of Health and Human Services under the... (HealthJockey.com)
In recent years, different clinical trials using animals have linked the possible carcinogenic effects of some synthetic sweeteners ... However, Micol clarified to SINC that it has still not been possible to demonstrate conclusively the likely toxicity and carcinogenicity of synthetic sweeteners even after decades of research. (Science Daily)
A typical bidi has less tobacco than a cigarette, but contains higher levels of tar, nicotine, carbon monoxide, carcinogenic hydrocarbons and other toxic substances, according to the report released by the health ministry today. The material used in the wrapping of bidi tobacco is less porous and less combustible than cigarette wrapping paper. (Calcutta Telegraph)
Every time you take a drag on that ciggie you are filling your body with carcinogenic chemicals that will undoubtedly lead to cancer, emphysema and all things horrid. There really is no way around this one. (iAfrica.com)
In theory, this longer "transit time" could mean that some substances, like nitrosamines, which are found in preserved meats and are carcinogenic in animals, have more time to cause trouble. But generally, people don't need to take dramatic steps to "detoxify" themselves because human bodies have multiple systems for getting rid of wastes, by sweating, exhaling, urinating, and defecating. (Boston Globe)
NEW YORK - Major oil companies' have agreed to pay 153 public water systems to cleanse wells of a potentially carcinogenic gasoline additive, a deal that could grow if more tainted wells are discovered over the next 30 years. Companies including ConocoPhillips, Chevron Corp., BP PLC's BP America Inc., Royal Dutch Shell PLC's Shell Oil Co., Valero Energy Corp. and Marathon Oil Corp. agreed to pay $422 million to settle lawsuits claiming wells were contaminated by MTBE, a chemical that was once a... (MSNBC -- Environment)
Just one month after asbestos fell on firefighters at Station 3 in Newton Centre, carcinogenic asbestos was cleaned out of Station 2 in Auburndale on Saturday and early Sunday ... According to mayoral spokesman Jeremy Solomon, the asbestos found in the heating pipe elbows and certain tiles inside Station 2 was not friable or broken apart so as to become airborne, and thus carcinogenic. (Newton Tab, MA)
Now the latest, greatest is that the bottled water is worse than the tap, and the plastic bottles have BTA in them, which is a carcinogenic. There is also the problem of getting rid of these bottles, which pose a threat to our environment. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Toluene in high concentrations is "very dangerous, flammable, carcinogenic," Singleton said. "It's a nasty chemical.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Finally, the oil shale rock turns carcinogenic after they heat it (that s how you get the oil out), so we might have immense swathes of wasteland, unfit for any use, created by this endeavor ... Oil shale High costs, carcinogenic byproducts, uses huge amount of water that is in short supply, leaves vast wasteland like mountain top removal in WV That is all secondary. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
This worries me because I remember vividly that once upon a time, circa 2001, broccoli was carcinogenic. Back then, it contained acetaldehyde, which was A Bad Thing Of Some Kind, and quite prominent in health stories until we forgot about it. (Guardian Unlimited)
Contrary to recent online reports that claimed freezing water releases carcinogenic materials into water, freezing actually retards the release of chemicals. When heating food in a microwave oven, use only cookware that is labeled microwave safe. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Secondhand smoke contains hundreds of chemicals known to be toxic or carcinogenic, including formaldehyde, benzene, vinyl chloride, arsenic ammonia and hydrogen cyanide. 3. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Kevin Kelley wrote on Apr 30, 2008 5:03 PM:" No! Hospitals should give opinions based on medical issues. Hospitals should take positions based on the effects of 500 tons of carcinogenic VOCs released every year into the environment. Hospitals should educate the population on the significant health dangers of the additional 8000 tons of criteria pollutants all of Siouxland will be exposed to every year. For hospitals to take a position based on their perception of economic issues does a... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
ScienceDaily (May 1, 2008) Chemicals used to make nonstick cookware and stain-resistant fabrics are spreading around the world and turning up in surprising places, everywhere from wildlife and drinking water supplies to human blood. Now, a team of researchers including Kathleen Arcaro of the University of Massachusetts Amherst has found these suspected carcinogens in samples of human milk from nursing mothers in Massachusetts. (Science Daily)
Carcinogenic effects may result from the high levels of lead emitted from the materials. Isn t it more important to consider our children s health than to have a perfect looking athletic field. (Bolton Common, MA)
"Measles virus by itself is unlikely to be carcinogenic," he said. "[But] it probably modifies previous damage to DNA caused by smoking.". (MEDLINEplus)
The rule change tightens restrictions for 14 non-carcinogenic pollutants and 57 carcinogenic pollutants, but excludes arsenic, a known carcinogen. The change reportedly reduces the cancer risk level for pollutants in Alabama's waters to one in a million. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Although the risks of cancers and other health problems associated with this disorder have been documented in numerous studies over the past several years, they are not widely known to the general population or to the substantial proportion of Asians who are at risk. Even light to moderate ethanol intake may expose people with this condition to increased risks for serious diseases without them realizing it. (Canada Newswire)
Benzene, PAHs and arsenic are all proven carcinogenic chemcials and can combined to disable the immune system. Arsenic, amongst other heavy metals, is a byproduct of the oil extraction process; digging and drilling activities brings it to the surface, where it is released into surface water. (Suite101.com)
PCBs are a group of toxic, carcinogenic organic compounds used in a variety of industrial processes. The EPAs decision is expected to be several months away. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
The creek also has a considerable level of high levels of PCBs, a carcinogenic byproduct of the manufacturing processes used at an old plant, Hahn said. The state Department of Environmental Conservation is in charge of the PCB-cleanup, he said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
If a product has FD&C or D&C with a number following it on a label, it means it s an artificial color, and often these are carcinogenic, Tourles said. They are used only to make cosmetics aesthetically appealing. (Courier Publications, ME)
To help spread the word about the possible dangers of using products linked to higher rates of cancer (if not identified outright as carcinogenic) Lu is planning to participate in Climb Against the Odds, a charity-driven ascent of Mt. Shasta. The annual event will take breast cancer survivors and others touched by the disease up Mt. Shasta in June. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
The evidence for an increased cancer risk is so compelling that, in December, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, a unit of the World Health Organization, declared that shift work is probably carcinogenic to humans. Researchers are beginning to understand why. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
" Also:The president of the National Education Association, Reginald Weaver, told The New York Sun today that he believes Mr. Obama still opposes vouchers. ... He said that in conversations he expects to ask Mr. Obama to affirm his position on vouchers.I guess we get to find out if ! 12:31 A.M. ___________________________Thursday, February 14, 2008Formaldehyde makes me paranoid: From the of the Katrina-trailer scandal--''I don't understand why FEMA bought trailers in the first place that were... (Slate)
EPA studies both the carcinogenic and noncarcinogenic effects of substances and determines safe or tolerable exposure thresholds when possible. IRIS assessments can inform regulatory action intended to protect humans from the harmful effects of certain substances. (OMB Watch)
Last month, the London Independent ran a about cell phones causing brain tumors, and the Breast Cancer Fund on carcinogenic chemicals women should avoid ... After all, half of all chemicals are carcinogenic in laboratory tests. (Slate)
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