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The Poison Paradox: Chemicals As Friends and Foes
The Poison Paradox Chemicals As Friends and Foes Author:John Timbrell The Poison Paradox is to be a popular science book coming out of the field of toxicology, a subject that has developed scientifically relatively recently, but which has its roots in the ancient art of poisoning, and it will deal with environmental poisons and toxins. It will cover such topics as drugs (why they can be toxic), pesticides, enviro... more »nmental contaminants, natural toxins, industrial chemicals (including important toxicants responsible for occupational diseases), household poisons (accidental and suicidal poisoning with commonly available chemicals), forensic toxicology, and food contaminants and additives. A concluding chapter will deal with the problem of assessing risk: Timbrell aims to promote an appreciation of the real risks from chemicals and how, with a rational, scientific and balanced approach, these risks can be assessed and managed safely.« less