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Artificial Light and Health

Some people have conditions that make them exceptionally sensitive to light. Sunlight seems to be the main trigger of disease but artificial light also plays a role in some cases. … See more

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Health Effects of Artificial Light

WEBArtificial light is composed of visible light as well as some ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) radiations, and there is a concern that the emission levels of some lamps …

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3. How does light affect living organisms

WEB3.4.3. Biological effects. Overexposure can cause dysfunction or outright destruction of tissue, either through heating or photochemical reactions.As implied by …

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4. Can fluorescent lamps worsen health conditions not

WEBFlicker can induce migrane. Source: Bob Smith. 3.5. Potential mechanisms for impact on users. 3.5.1. Effects of fluorescence light vs. normal incandescent light on non-skin pre-existing conditions. Here we discuss the influence of flicker, blue light, “light” in general, and EMF, as emanating from conventional and compact fluorescence lamps

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3. How can different types of ultraviolet radiation affect health

WEBSource & ©: SCCP "Opinion on Biological effects of ultraviolet radiation relevant to health with particular reference to sunbeds for cosmetic purposes (2006)" 3.2 (b), p.13. There …

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Mercury in CFL: 2. How could mercury released from a

WEBThe released mercury vapour turns quickly into a liquid and the level of mercury in the air decreases very rapidly so it is unlikely that broken CFLs pose any risk to the health of adults. In principle, a foetus can be exposed to mercury through its mother but the amount of mercury that can cross over from the mother’s blood is very limited

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5. What are the health effects of exposure to ionizing radiation

WEB3.6 Health effects. 3.6.1 Types of health effects. Deterministic effects (or tissue reactions) of ionising radiation are related directly to the absorbed radiation dose and the severity …

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Security Scanners: 5. What are the health effects of exposure to

WEB5. What are the health effects of exposure to ionizing radiation? Ionising radiation can cause direct harm to body tissues and the severity of the damage increases with the …

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Dental Amalgams: 4. What health effects could be linked to

WEB4.2 What are the possible negative effects on health of dental amalgams? The main exposure of patients to mercury from amalgam restorations occurs during placement or …

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Nanotechnologies: 6. What are potential harmful effects of

WEB6.3 How can inhaled nanoparticles affect health? Particulate matter present in air pollution, especially from traffic emissions, is known to affect human health, although it is not …

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8. Why is dampness in buildings a health concern

WEB3.3.3. Concerns in relation to building dampness/moisture and microbial growth. Adverse health effects associated with building dampness and moisture problems have been …

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Sunscreens with titanium dioxide as nanoparticles. Health risks

WEBNew challenges in risk assessment of nanomaterials . This opinion refers to the titanium dioxide materials revised by the SCCS and to materials with similar characteristics of …

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4. What are the health and safety implications of sunbeds

WEBVitamin D status. Tanning with UVB-emitting sunbeds would be expected to improve vitamin D status and this has been reported in a recent study (Tangpricha et al, 2004) that showed that people who used a sunbed at least once a week for at least 6 months had a mean serum concentration of 25 hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) of 115.5 ± 8.0 (SEM) nmol/L …

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Indoor Air Quality: 2. What are the main factors in indoor

WEB2. What are the main factors in indoor air quality? Pets and pests are sources of allergens. Credit: Katya Foldvaryove. The main factors that determine indoor air quality are: …

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4. What health effects could be linked to the form of mercury …

WEB3.3.6. Adverse effects in individuals with amalgam restorations. Mercury toxicity associated with methylmercury, elemental and inorganic mercury is well documented (see above). …

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Biocides: 2. What are the main uses of biocides

WEBBiocides are used to decontaminate the skin of patients and health professionals, any surfaces that could harbour bacteria, and any instruments in contact with patients. …

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2. What are the main uses of biocides

WEB3.3.1. Biocides in health care. The proper use of biocides is a cornerstone of any effective programme of prevention and control of health care-associated infections (HAIs) …

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Are silver nanoparticles safe

WEBSilver is widely used for its antibacterial activity in medical and consumer products because of its broad range of activity and lower toxicity compared to other bactericides. More and …

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Indoor Air Quality: 8. Why is dampness in buildings a

WEBThe majority of the health effects linked to dampness and moisture of buildings are those of the respiratory system. They range from irritation of mucous membranes, respiratory …

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1. What are biocides and how widely are they used

WEBAccording to the Biocides Directive (98/8/EC), biocidal products are intended to destroy, render harmless, prevent the action of, or otherwise exert a controlling effect on any …

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