Hazard vs Risk
Many people find it confusing when toxicologists and others talk about hazard versus risk. To…
Human Health Risk Assessment
The woman in this photo may not know she risks harming her unborn baby's health…
What is Toxicology?
The Society of Toxicology defines toxicology as the study of the adverse effects of chemical,…
Occupational Safety and Health
Anyone that has been in a high school chemistry laboratory has no doubt noticed the…
Worried about the measles outbreak and the safety of vaccines?
The National Acadamies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine have recently established a vaccine safety website…
Exposures During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding
The Toxicology Education Foundation is pleased to be partnering with MotherToBaby/California to expand access to…
Pesticides: The Challenge of Controlling Pests When Balancing Safety with Effectiveness
First let's define pest. A pest can be almost any living thing considered by us,…
Dietary Supplements
A well balanced diet often satisfies your body’s needs, yet nutritional deficiencies can still occur…
History of Toxicology
Paracelsus, pictured here, was a 16th century physician and is considered to be the “Father…
