Friday, January 4, 2008

EI News, Science, & Links Summary for the W/E 1/1/2008

January 5, 2008
At death's door ... but fighting back
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/topic/story.cfm?c_id=294&objectid=10485296&pnum=0

January 4, 2008

Nanotechnology treatment for most common cause of blindness becomes feasible
http://www.nanowerk.com/spotlight/spotid=3894.php
City report recommends limiting new cell towers
http://www.thestar.com/printArticle/290944

Low-energy bulbs 'worsen rashes'
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7170246.stm


Environmentally friendly light bulbs 'can give you skin cancer'
http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23430818-details/Environmentally+friendly+light+bulbs+%C2%91can+give+you+skin+cancer%C2%92/article.do

January 3, 2008

Towering victory for residents
http://www.thespec.com/News/article/304595

Toxic chemical killed Staten Island birds
http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2008/01/toxic_chemical_killed_staten_i.html

Wearing Too Much Perfume May Indicate Depression
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080103124645.htm

Treatment With NAC Is Associated With Better Outcomes For Children With
Liver Failure, Study Suggests
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080103124653.htm

Massive survey examining health, toxic chemical levels of Canadians to begin
http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2008/01/03/statscan-survey.html

Drug makers spend more on marketing than research: study
http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2008/01/03/drugs.html

Energy-saving light bulbs blamed for migraines
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/main.jhtml?xml=/earth/2008/01/03/eabulb103.xml

Ariz. seeks to intervene in Calif.-EPA emission suit
http://www.azstarnet.com/metro/218902

Do Aveda products live up to their reputation for purity?
http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2007/12/20/aveda/

California sues government for rejecting bid to curb emissions
http://www.latimes.com/business/la-me-epa3jan03,1,6968553.story?ctrack=1&cset=true

Factor in Harmful Allergies Identified
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119931092799363233.html?mod=googlenews_wsj

January 2, 2008

Students launch toxic chemical awareness campaign
http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2007/12/12/bpaawareness/

State tightens reporting standards for use of toxic chemicals
http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/general/view.bg?articleid=1064168

An unhealthy relationship blooms
http://www.sun-herald.com/Newsstory.cfm?pubdate=010208&story=tp8np14.htm&folder=NewsArchive2

Allergic reaction progress reported:  Researchers identify
possible target to stop, block allergy-induced anaphylaxis
http://www.thestar.com/News/Canada/article/290494

France warns against excessive mobile phone use
http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080102/hl_nm/france_mobiles_dc_3&printer=1;_ylt=A0WTUfoKOXxHbt4AfCQR.3QA

Glenoma Author Who Advocated Chemical Awareness Dies
http://www.chronline.com/story.php?subaction=showfull&id=1199300697&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1

Energy-saving bulbs can cause migraines: Experts
http://sify.com/news/fullstory.php?id=14583175

Energy-saving bulbs 'can cause migraines' warn experts
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/technology/technology.html?in_article_id=505571&in_page_id=1965

Supermarket Sweep:  Whole Foods suspends chemical spraying
http://sfreporter.com/articles/publish/outtake-010208-supermarket-sweep.php

Eco-bulbs migraine warning
http://www.news.com.au/adelaidenow/story/0,22606,23000203-5006301,00.html

Low-energy bulbs 'cause migraine'
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7167860.stm

January 1, 2008

Toxic fungus moving into Oregon
http://www.oregonlive.com/newsflash/regional/index.ssf?/base/news-22/1199179747147440.xml&storylist=orlocal

Thousands of tons of organic food produced using toxic chemicals
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=505427&in_page_id=1770

January 2008

Not just a pretty face:  The side effects of cosmetic chemicals
http://commonground.ca/iss/198/cg198_prettyface.shtml

December 31, 2007

This year resolve to update cosmetics to eco-friendly brands
http://willamettelive.com/story/This_year_resolve_to_update_cosmetics_to_ecofriendly_brands148.html

If Christmas makes you sneeze, check beneath the tinsel
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071231/NEWS/712310301

Thousands Exposed to Poison by Government's Aerial Spraying
http://www.newstarget.com/z022434.html

December 30, 2007

Marketing firm issues `green' buyer beware warning
http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/news/story.html?id=7abb7be5-db6a-48b6-9940-519666af86ae

Vaccinations can have side effects
http://www.courierpostonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071230/OPINION/712300317/1047

Suspicious chemicals in NZ chocolate
http://www.stuff.co.nz/4340532a11.html

December 29,2007

Cell Phone Radiation Triggers Measurable Brain Cell Changes in Mere Minutes
http://www.newstarget.com/z022429.html

Fluorescent Lighting in Schools Found to Give Children Headaches
http://www.newstarget.com/z022431.html

Car dealers sue over tougher vehicle emission standards
http://www.kvia.com/Global/story.asp?S=7555702&nav=AbC0

Group wants stronger regulations of toxic chemical
http://www.wcax.com/Global/story.asp?S=7554830&nav=4QcSCSYD

Farm women risk asthma from pesticides
http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Science/2007/12/29/farm_women_risk_asthma_from_pesticides/6288/

Telcos get mixed signals about better reception
http://www.thestar.com/Article/289422

Cell tower plans jammed
http://www.thestar.com/News/GTA/article/289423

Lights out soon for bulbs that eat up energy
http://www.columbusdispatch.com/live/content/local_news/stories/2007/12/29/bulb.ART_ART_12-29-07_A1_438TK3L.html?sid=101

Clinton makes promise on Gulf War Syndrome
http://www.desmoinesregister.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071229/NEWS/71229020

Toxic dilemma: Getting rid of pressure-treated lumber poses real safety
concern for gardeners
http://news.cincypost.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071229/LIFE/712290315/1005

December 28, 2007

Environment Protection Agency Justifies Blocking California From Setting Own
Emission Rules
http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/7009559971

Experts Warn Against Using Air Fresheners
http://www.king5.com/topstories/stories/NW_122807ENV_air_fresheners_KS.5fd81259.html

Lafayette Man Struggles to Remove Mold From House
http://www.wlfi.com/Global/story.asp?S=7553196&nav=menu591_3

Misnamed agency:  EPA obstruction of state efforts to control emission of
greenhouse gas is at odds with its stated goal
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/editorial/5409472.html

How Green Are Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products?
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,318832,00.html

State Health Officials Fault Lack of Federal Action on Waterproofing
Sprays
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/29/us/29consumer.html?_r=1&oref=slogin

New law mandates pneumococcal vaccine for all infants in New York
http://wnyt.com/article/stories/S297615.shtml?cat=300

Tests Find More Toxic Pet Toys
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2007/12/pet_food_recalls85.html

December 27, 2007

Allergy to medicines 'is killing thousands'
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/health/article3097685.ece?&EMC-Bltn=MORBM4

December 26, 2007

Recommendations for Persons with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (or Fibromyalgia)
Who Are Anticipating Surgery
http://www.immunesupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?id=8592

December 19, 2007

How Safe Are Cell Phones?
http://www.newsweek.com/id/80966

Links

Vaccination - The Hidden Truth (1998)
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=8610554679207090010

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Scientific Studies

Elemental mercury exposure: An evidence-based consensus guideline for
out-of-hospital management.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18167033?dopt=AbstractPlus

Air pollution, oxidative stress and dietary supplementation: a review.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18166596?dopt=AbstractPlus

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