We would love to hear what you think? Welcome to another episode of The Exposure Scientist Podcast! Today, host Dr. Alex LeBeau dives into the world of nontuberculosis mycobacterium (NTMs)—a large and diverse group of waterborne bacteria that pose health risks but are often overlooked. While Legionella gets most of the attention due to its national reportable status, NTMs are emerging as a significant concern for water systems in homes, workplaces, spas, and even healthcare settings. In this ...
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We would love to hear what you think? Welcome to another episode of The Exposure Scientist Podcast! Today, host Dr. Alex LeBeau dives into the world of nontuberculosis mycobacterium (NTMs)—a large and diverse group of waterborne bacteria that pose health risks but are often overlooked. While Legionella gets most of the attention due to its national reportable status, NTMs are emerging as a significant concern for water systems in homes, workplaces, spas, and even healthcare settings. In this ...
Ethylene Oxide: How It Affects Our Lives and Health Risks
The Exposure Scientist
34 minutes
1 year ago
Ethylene Oxide: How It Affects Our Lives and Health Risks
We would love to hear what you think? Welcome to another episode of "The Exposure Scientist" podcast with your host, Dr. Alex LeBeau. In today's installment, we delve into the complex world of ethylene oxide, a chemical widely used in manufacturing and as a sterilant for medical devices and food products. We’ll cover its industrial uses, health risks, regulatory concerns, and the impact on communities near sterilization facilities. From acute neurotoxic effects to chronic cancer risks, we exp...
The Exposure Scientist
We would love to hear what you think? Welcome to another episode of The Exposure Scientist Podcast! Today, host Dr. Alex LeBeau dives into the world of nontuberculosis mycobacterium (NTMs)—a large and diverse group of waterborne bacteria that pose health risks but are often overlooked. While Legionella gets most of the attention due to its national reportable status, NTMs are emerging as a significant concern for water systems in homes, workplaces, spas, and even healthcare settings. In this ...
