OrganizedWisdom Health - Chemicals and Toxicology

Chemical Toxicity and ADHD

Jkg0679 — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:41:33 GMT

Exposure to chemicals, such as lead and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), have been linked to causing ADHD.

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Prenatal Factors that Contribute to the Development of ADHD

Jkg0679 — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:04:10 GMT

Prenatal factors that may contribute to the development of ADHD include smoking, exposure to environmental poisons, drug use, and alcohol use.

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Chemicals in Plastic May Affect Boy's Masculinity

AmyS — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:50:48 GMT

Pregnant women who are exposed to high levels of phthalates may have boys who are less likely to play with male-typical toys. Phthalates can be found in food packaging, toys, adhesives, personal care supplies, and other products.

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COPD and Chemical Fumes

JRafferty — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:15:11 GMT

Exposure to chemical fumes are believed to be one of the potential risk factors that can contribute to COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).

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COPD and Occupational Exposures

JRafferty — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:06:17 GMT

Occupational exposure to fumes from chemicals or dust from certain products such as grain, cotton, wood, or mining products can be a risk factor for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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COPD and Asbestos

JRafferty — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:34:23 GMT

The American Lung Association reports that exposure to asbestos can easily irritate a previously existing case of COPD. In some cases, asbestos exposure may even be one of the factors that causes the condition.

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Insecticides Linked to Autoimmune Diseases

AmyS — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:30:34 GMT

Women who commonly spray their homes with insecticides may have a higher risk of developing an autoimmune disease, such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. Long term insecticide use nearly doubled the disease risk.

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Mercury Levels Normal in Autistic Children

AmyS — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:18:41 GMT

A new study has revealed that children with autism have the same mercury levels in their blood as children without the disorder. The study's lead author, Irva Hertz-Picciotto, PhD, cautions that the study does not examine whether or not mercury plays a role in causing the disorder.

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Neonatal Narcotic Withdrawal

Jkg0679 — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:37:09 GMT

The medical term for neonatal narcotic withdrawal is neonatal abstinence syndrome. An estimated three to fifty percent of newborns are exposed to maternal drug use, which may include the use of illicit drugs, alcohol, and cigarette smoke.

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Diseases Related to Heavy Metal Toxicity

Ca7593 — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 16:31:28 GMT

Some of the health issues linked to heavy metal poisoning include developmental delays, chronic fatigue, and nervous system disorders. Some cancers have also been linked to heavy metal toxicity.

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