Computer toxins feared.Dust on many computers and monitors contains chemicals linked to reproductive and neurological disorders This is a list of major and frequently observed neurological disorders (e.g. Alzheimer's disease), symptoms (e.g.back pain), signs (e.g. aphasia) and syndromes (e.g. Aicardi syndrome). , according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. a new study. Researchers say schools with young children and women of child-bearing age should require that future purchases of computers and other electronics be toxin-free. This study is among the first to identify risk factors for certain flame retardants Flame retardants are materials that inhibit or resist the spread of fire. Naturally occurring substances such as asbestos as well as synthetic materials, usually halocarbons such as polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDEs), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and chlorendic acid on the surface of common devices in schools, homes and offices, according to published reports. It was released in June by Silicon Valley Toxics Coalition, Computer TakeBack Campaign The Computer TakeBack Campaign is a recycling initiative launched by Apple Inc. Its purpose is to help the environment by recycling Apple products. and Clean Production Action. |
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