TOXICOLOGY

Toxicology is a multidisciplinary area of science which encompasses many subject areas. A future in toxicology requires careful planning and foresight.

Discusses the origin and the current look at forensic toxicology as well as its predicted state in the future

Billy Mays was such an energenic pitch-man in informercials, people likely joked that he must have been using something. Now, new toxicology reports that found traces of cocaine in Mays' system may back that up, as it helped contribute to his death.

Another wrinkle has revealed itself in the death of Michael Jackson as the Michael Jackson toxicology report has been released to several sources that believe propofol was at the center of any cause of death.

Toxicology is more than the study of poisons, it is a multi-disciplinary and exciting field.

A descriptive synopsis of toxicology with the primary focus on the chemical make and effects of the drug 'Belladonna'

The National Research Council reviewed recent fluoride/thyroid toxicology data at the request of the Environmental Protection Agency and reports concerns about how fluoride affects the thyroid gland in humans.

Results for drinking and alcohol results of "Jackass" star, Ryan Dunn, surfacing in what killed the actor -- final conclusion coming in 4-6 weeks.

The plumes of acrid black smoke billow from a smoke stack at a Paper Mill. How has the smoke affected the health of the locals, what are the long term health effects? An Environmental Toxicologist can answer these questions?

Toxicology reports determine alcohol poisoning is what caused the death of former Warrant frontman, Jani Lane.

An autopsy of Michael Blosil, the 18-year-old son of Marie Osmond, found that he was the victim of an apparent suicide when he jumped from his Los Angeles hotel room to his death Friday night. The cause of death has been listed as...

Casey Johnson may have been dead for several days. A socialite misses New Year's Eve parties and no one checks on her? Her death is attributed to natural causes but an autopsy and a toxicology report are in order.

Billy May's toxicology report lists cocaine as a contributor to his death. Family denies and are considering independent evaluation of autopsy reports.

The mourning over Michael Jackson's death has now turned to speculation over how he died. The autopsy began today, but a cause of death and toxicology results may take weeks. In the meantime, fears that prescription drugs caused his death are growing.

The science of poisons, toxicology deals with the chemistry, origin and preparation of poisons, their action in the body, the treatment of poisoning, and the detection of poisons in the body during life and death.

A report released by the National Toxicology Program has found some basis to be concerned about the safety of Bisphenol A. Find out what Congress and the FDA have to say about it. Read more.

On February 12, 2007, a hiker found the burned remains of a body in Lithia Park. Toxicology reports are forthcoming, but locals suspect it is Bennett Tanner.

How radiology plays a part in detecting drug abuse in emergency patients

Everyone knows that tanning is not healthy. Yet despite this knowledge, some people still love the look of sun-kissed skin. If you are one of the many people who still insist on browning your skin, consider the various tanning options now available.

For better or worse, people now have a lot of sugar alternatives to choose from. Be prepared for you next craving and learn what sweeteners are available, which one taste good, and which ones are good for you.