This review evaluates current epidemiologic literature on health effects in relation to
residence near landfill sites. Increases in risk of adverse health effects (low birth weight, birth …

Background: Despite concerns over the harmful health effects of semiconductor production,
epidemiological studies have shown mixed results. Objectives: We aim to critically appraise …

This thoroughly revised and updated reference addresses the drugs and chemicals causing
malformations and congenital anomalies in the human fetus-comprehensively reviewing …

From Silicon Valley in California to Silicon Glen in Scotland, from Silicon Island in Taiwan to
Silicon Paddy in China, the social, economic, and ecological effects of the international …

Background Evidence of fetal damage or demise from occupational organic solvent levels
that are not toxic to the pregnant woman is inconsistent in the medical literature. The risk for …

Abstract Agricultural activity on Prince Edward Island poses a potential hazard to
groundwater, which is the sole source of drinking water on the island. This study investigates …

Associations of occupational solvent exposure and/or work in electronics production with
adverse pregnancy outcomes were examined in a large cross-sectional community-based …

In a large case‐control study (n= 1,926) of spontaneous abortion (SAB), exposure to
solvents was ascertained by a telephone interview that asked about occupational use of 18 …

The organic solvent trichloroethylene (TCE) is a metal degreasing agent and an
intermediate in the production of fluorochemicals and polyvinyl chloride. TCE is also a …

High-technology microelectronics has a major presence in countries such as China, India,
Indonesia, and Malaysia, now the third-largest manufacturer of semiconductor chips. The …