By Wattigney, Wendy A Kaye, Wendy E; Orr, Maureen F Abstract Because of their small size and ongoing organ development, children may be more susceptible than adults to the harmful effects of toxic chemicals.

By Cushing, C A Golden, R; Lowney, Y W; Holm, S E ABSTRACT Alkaline copper quaternary (ACQ) Type D is one of several compounds currently being used as a chemical preservative to treat wood for prevention of rot and decay.

By Henry, Judy P Williamson, Dhelia M; Schiffer, Randolph; Wagner, Laurie; Et al Abstract The authors investigated a cluster of multiple sclerosis (MS) among people who had attended two elementary schools in El Paso, Texas, from 1948 through 1970.

By Mike Saewitz, The Virginian-Pilot, Norfolk, Va. Apr. 16--CHESAPEAKE -- Just north of a proposed $200 million development in South Norfolk, a crumbling warehouse is drawing attention from city, state and federal authorities.

By Ryan Lafontaine, The Sun Herald, Biloxi, Miss. Jan. 26--PICAYUNE -- Levels of dioxins found at a defunct wood treatment plant here could pose health risks for young people, according to a new report from the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.