Friday, September 24, 2010

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Oil and Health

Amplify’d from www.medpagetoday.com

The NIH will soon begin a large, prospective study to examine the health effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, particularly among the paid workers and volunteers who helped clean up the mess and had the most exposure to oil and dispersants.

Everyone who agrees to participate will complete a telephone interview detailing their experience with the oil spill and their current health.

Of particular interest to the researchers are cancer and respiratory, cardiovascular, hematologic, dermatologic, neurologic, reproductive, immunologic, and renal problems. Mental health will be evaluated as well.
With the Gulf communities still recovering from the catastrophe, it's good to see that any health issues will be addressed. Let's just hope the money is there to take care of any that arise.Read more at www.medpagetoday.com
 

Everything but the Paper Cut: Eye-popping Ways Artists Use Paper

Amplify’d from www.fastcompany.com

A virtual tour of the Museum of Art and Design's newest exhibition, dedicated to all the surprising ways artists are using paper today.
Ferry Staverman Odesey
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