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Part 2 of a 3 part series on mercurialism:
Last month we discussed the three types of mercury: methylmercury, ethylmercury, and mercury vapor. Diagnosing mercurialism is no simple task and remains a hotly debated topic in the scientific community. The dose at which mercury is considered safe is unresolved among many toxicologists and researchers alike, though many believe that any amount of mercury is unsafe. This month we take a look at three methods of testing for body burden of mercury: blood test, urine test, and hair analysis. |
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An interview of member, Jan Trease, by Lourdes Salvador.
How did you develop MCS and how has it changed your life?
The onset of my MCS was gradual. There were always logical reasons for the reactions to exposures. Exhaustion after shopping for carpet and vinyl flooring was caused by stress. Fatigue after swimming was due to the activity or the hot, humid Nebraska weather. A salesman’s cologne was so strong it would give anybody a headache! |
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The body excretes waste products and toxins via four avenues: urinary excretion, elimination, perspiration, and exhaled vapor. While excretion, elimination, and exhaled vapor happen continually throughout the day without any effort on our part, perspiration is often restricted. This restriction on perspiration is due in large to the fact that we live and work in unnatural climate controlled environments. While our ancestors labored physically, we are often found behind computers, sitting at desks, and meeting in board rooms. This lack of activity greatly reduces our body’s ability to excrete waste material via perspiration. Perspiration traditionally occurs when we are in warm climates or exert ourselves physically.
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On her first day at her new job as secretary for a big law firm, a woman was told by one of the lawyers, "You smell!" He was a harsh man a bit rough around the edges and she was a gentle, sensitive soul who was immediately offended. That evening the woman cried and avoided putting garlic on the pasta that she usually made for dinner fearing the garlic would make her smell more. |
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Scientific Studies: Heed Patient Concerns
Here’s a good bit of advice for medical professionals. Heed patient concerns. The March issue of the American Journal of Nursing published a study entitled “Multiple Chemical Sensitivity in the Clinical Setting: Although the cause and diagnosis of this condition remain controversial, the patient's concerns should be heeded” by Carolyn Cooper, an RN with experience in medical-surgical, pediatric, and emergency nursing...
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A New Theory on the Cause of Chronic Illness
Dr. Martin Pall, PhD of the Molecular Biosciences Department at the University of Washington has proposed a new comprehensive theory to explain the cause and ongoing effects of the chronic health problems of CFS, MCS, FM and PSTD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).
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Painted by a canary at Green Mountain Falls |
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Part 1 of a 3 part series: Could you imagine exhausting your life savings to get appropriate medical treatment for your family and as a result being subjected to an unexpected home visit from a Child Protective Services (CPS) social worker for medical neglect of your child? This is exactly what happened to my son and me after a consult with an infectious disease doctor in Newport Beach, California. The doctor reported me to CPS for medical negligence on the basis of medical records from four doctors diagnosing both my son and I with chemical sensitivities and requesting an infection disease consult to rule out other causes.
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I’ve delayed writing this column this month because I’m not really sure where Sal’s Place is anymore. In the process of planning a move to somewhere unknown, I’ve realized I don’t have a destination other than the continental United States. Stop laughing!
I’m am very interested in Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and Arizona as possibilities. Each state holds something for me, and each has drawbacks. I’ve quickly tired with the many opinions I’ve received regarding location. There is no place perfect. We are each different and each tolerate different things.
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We have been busy at MCS America since the first of the year working on many projects as May is quickly approaching. May is MCS Awareness and Education month. Though we educate others about MCS every day of the year, May is a special time when we can do much more. Now is the time to begin preparation for festivities in your local communities.
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Real Estate: Why Scents May Not Make Cents
For many home sellers who believe the TV commercials that claim chemical sprays “sanitize” the air, plug-ins “freshen” the air and Fragrance emitting devices actually clean the air. Well…this may not be good news.
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A cross-sectional study of self-reported chemical-related sensitivity is associated with gene variants of drug-metabolizing enzymes |
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