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04/25/2018 / By David Williams

Stupid begets more stupid: Now junkies are getting high on BUG SPRAY

As they search for more ways to get a better high, drug addicts living in the state of Indiana have started using street drugs that are reportedly laced with bug spray. To be more specific, some people in Indianapolis have recently begun to partake in certain drugs like marijuana, tobacco, and synthetic cannabinoids after being […]

03/12/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Food scientists have created a new, faster way of testing for pesticide residues on vegetables using magnetic nanoparticles

You’ve decided that spending extra money on organic produce is worth the reassurance it gives you. Whether you’re driven by environmental concerns or you’re trying to reduce your risk of cancer, it’s a smart move for your health. However, how can you be sure that these foods you’re paying a premium for are truly free […]

07/09/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Bug spray chemical can build up in your home and cause dizziness and brain function problems, scientists find

Researchers have found that common household pesticides can persist in homes for up to a year. These results, calculated by the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, displayed the longevity of toxic chemicals and how controlled lab experiments may not necessarily reflect real-life applications. Lia Nakagawa, who was the lead author, noted that pyrethroids — […]

03/12/2017 / By Tracey Watson

Poisoned: Toxic head lice treatment linked to alterations in behavior

It’s every parent’s nightmare: Your son comes home one day and announces that somebody in the school has head lice. You wait anxiously to see if your child is going to be one of the victims, and a few days later find out that indeed he is, and now you will have to deal with […]

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