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Parameters of “Safety” in the Food Additive Industry: A Review of Risks and BenefitsBy Paul J. Flaer, Sepideh Badri
Abstract: “Safety is in the eye of the beholder.” What is deemed “safe” by one observer may seem dangerous or risky to others. To approach this apparent quandary and assure ongoing scientific input, most food additives should be tested on laboratory animals and subsequently monitored if approved for human or animal consumption (i.e., parallel to the pathway for the approval of drugs). The term “safety” in the study of the toxicology …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 7–13 Read article →
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Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs) and Cellular Phones: Controversy over Oral CarcinomaBy Paul J. Flaer, Jean Macajoux, Sepideh Badri, Jonathan D. Gallegos, Silvina Rajschmir, Mustafa Naif, Mehrdad Daneshagar, Yas Saleem, Astrid Sand
Abstract: All electrical and electronic devices, anywhere where electricity (electrons) flows through wire, set up magnetic fields (EMFs=low frequency electromagnetic fields). Generation of EMFs occurs when there is any significant flow of electricity. EMFs are alternating fields that center on frequencies up to 300 Hz (radiation in the microwave range). The risk from EMFs occurs from significant exposure from high-voltage power lines or in substation transformers, microwave ovens, cellular phones, appliances …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 13–17 Read article →
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Dentistry and Depression: Descriptions and InsightsBy Paul J. Flaer, Sepideh Badri
Abstract: The practice of dentistry is a highly stressful profession. Dentistry’s stressors usually center on poor management of time and an overloaded work schedule. Further difficulties in dentistry include job dissatisfaction, uncooperative or anxious patients, and governmental regulations. Moreover, there is a seemingly constant striving for technical perfection in clinical dentistry. Questions about the etiology and possible sequelae of psychological factors of dental practice are discussed: are elevated stress levels inherent …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 8–12 Read article →