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Hormone Deception Information by D. Lindsey Berkson explaining what hormone disruptors are and their possible effects in the human body; steps to reduce exposure and protect families. Endocrine Disruptors Research Initiative Describes the coordination of U.S. federal government efforts to examine the hypothesis that there are chemicals present in the environment of humans and wildlife that, by virtue of their ability to interact with endocrine systems, are causing a variety of adverse health effects. WWF Endocrine Disruptor Information Papers and speeches on how hormone disruptors interfere with bio-chemical processes, and a suspected list of hormone disruptors. Hormonally Active Agents in the Environment 1999 National Academy of Sciences report (1) examines the science behind the ominous prospect of "estrogen mimics" threatening health and well-being and (2) identifies research needs. Purchase book or read it online. Endocrine Disrupting Substances in the Environment Canadian Environmental Corps offers PDF file on this subject. Environmental Toxins and Reproductive Health -- About.com Information and internet links related to the reproductive effects of dioxins and other environmental toxins. Introduction to Hormone Disrupting Chemicals An introduction to the effects of hormone disrupting chemicals on man and the environment, and the response of governments and industry to this problem. Written for anyone interested in the subject. Includes internet links and other references. Öko-Recherche Analyses of material flows of chemicals in the environment, including endocrine-disrupting industrial chemicals. Endocrine/Estrogen Letter Newsletter and comprehensive set of endocrine disrupter links. International POPs Elimination Network IPEN works for the global elimination of persistent organic pollutants. Information on PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) including health effects, international, national and local policy efforts, elimination technology, and links to further research and resources. |
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