Toxicity-testing strategies designed to generate information on potential hazards or risks posed by environmental agents have evolved in response to legislative mandates, scientific developments, and ...

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Microbial contaminants like airborne bacteria and fungi can make up more than a third of indoor air pollution. Yet, while many countries regulate chemical pollutants, most have no legally binding ...

As pressure increases on major pharma to bring new compounds into development, so too does pressure to make sure that these compounds are safe to test in humans. As evidenced in the TGN1214 trial last ...

Regular blood testing to check for toxicity from standard rheumatoid arthritis drugs is recommended. However, guidelines are vague as to how frequently and for how long such testing should occur.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation Tuesday that requires all 1- and 2-year-olds in Michigan to be tested for lead exposure, something advocates say is the biggest moment in 45 years to end lead ...