Not all spider venoms are created equal. Some are harmless to people, while others can be quite dangerous.
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Wave action can produce aerosol droplets containing brevetoxins, and people with asthma are at risk.
The wellness industry has redefined detox in ways that medicine does not recognise. Here is why most detox claims do not stand up to evidence.
The discovery that small stone arrow tips were treated with plant poison 60,000 years ago means that ancient African hunters were capable of complex thinking.
Better sleep may help clear toxins associated with dementia from the brain.
Poison ivy and bees stings are among the most common outdoor menaces for people enjoying the outdoors.
What you should know about phthalates in softgel medications and supplements.
Children who grow up on farms are less likely to develop asthma or allergies as adults. The reason? Micro-organisms in the air.
Why brown rice is still a healthy choice – even with more arsenic.
The impact on people in the UK is probably similar. Unfortunately, no national data was collected, so we can’t be sure.
The Alice in Wonderland mushroom is being sold online with vague promises of better health. Buyer beware.
Hepatitis E is a global health problem with about 20 million cases occurring annually, three million symptomatic cases, and 60,000 deaths.
We’re still using century-old technology to make snake antivenom. A method fit for the 21st century is on the horizon.
Societies celebrate heroes and commemorate tragedies. But why is there so little public acknowledgment of environmental disasters?
It’s not just the ingredients we should be concerned about. The devices themselves release chemicals that end up in our blood and urine.
This caterpillar can cause excruciating pain when touched. But unlike most venomous arthropods, it uses its venom purely for self-defence.
Sweating it out can be beneficial for maintaining fitness and good mental health, but it’s not right for everyone.
Research is clear that what we eat can drive our test preferences as early as 2 years of age.
The tiny organisms that cause harmful blooms of algae can have a big impact on your trip to the shore. A toxicologist explains what causes these events and how to keep people and pets safe.
From ‘Breaking Bad’ to James Bond, certain chemicals are popular options for characters looking to achieve nefarious ends.
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