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 ...
Methylene Chloride: Risks, EPA Ban, and Future Implications
The Exposure Scientist
11 minutes
1 year ago
Methylene Chloride: Risks, EPA Ban, and Future Implications
We would love to hear what you think? Today, we tackle an important topic that's making headlines: the recent EPA decision to ban methylene chloride in consumer products. Known also as dichloromethane, this chemical is commonly found in products like paint removers, solvents, and metal cleaners—items many of us might have in our garages right now. In this episode, we will delve into the health risks associated with methylene chloride, which include acute neurological issues and links to sever...
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 ...
