News tagged with solvent

Summer sees a spike in chemical injuries in kids

Hydrocarbons, a chemical compound commonly found in household items from cleaning products to gasoline, are among the top 10 causes of pediatric poisoning deaths in the United States. A new study by researchers ...

Pediatrics May 06, 2013 | 4 / 5 (1) | 0

Large study identifies risk factors for multiple myeloma

Multiple myeloma is a type of leukaemia which affects B lymphocytes. There have been some indications that exposure to pesticides or chlorinated solvents increases the risk of developing this cancer. New research published ...

Cancer Dec 13, 2012 | not rated yet | 0

Workplace exposure to organic solvents linked to heart defects at birth

Workplace exposure to organic solvents is linked to several types of heart defects at birth, indicates research published online in Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Health Jul 17, 2012 | 5 / 5 (1) | 0

Specific solvents may increase risk of Parkinson's disease

(HealthDay) -- Exposure to specific solvents is associated with an increased risk of Parkinson's disease, according to a study published in the June issue of the Annals of Neurology.

Parkinson's & Movement disorders Jun 27, 2012 | 5 / 5 (1) | 0

Working with solvents tied to cognitive problems for less-educated people

Exposure to solvents at work may be associated with reduced thinking skills later in life for those who have less than a high school education, according to a study published in the May 29, 2012, print issue of Neurology, the me ...

Neuroscience May 28, 2012 | 5 / 5 (1) | 0 |

PCE in drinking water linked to an increased risk of mental illness

Addiction Jan 20, 2012 | 4.5 / 5 (2) | 0

Twin study finds occupational chemical exposure may be linked to Parkinson's risk

A new research report contributes to the increasing evidence that repeated occupational exposure to certain chemical solvents raises the risk for Parkinson's disease. Researchers analyzed the occupational histories of twins ...

Parkinson's & Movement disorders Nov 14, 2011 | 5 / 5 (2) | 0 |

Health risk from solvent use by lab technicians

(Medical Xpress) -- Exposure to solvents by medical laboratory workers may be a health risk according to a new study from the University of Otago, Wellington just published in The Journal of Rheumatology.

Health Jun 28, 2011 | not rated yet | 0