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Table of Contents:     ♦ Links To Assist You To Navigate Your Health Risks
                                  ♦ More Navigation Links
                                  ♦ Christian Support
                                  ♦ Humour

Links To Assist You To Navigate Your Health Risks (listed alphabetically)

Anderson Laboratories, Inc.: If you suspect your carpet, or some item is releasing toxic chemicals and making you sick, Anderson Laboratories can take your sample, put it in a glass chamber, collect the chemicals that are released, then have lab mice breathe that air. Anderson Laboratories will determine and document whether the mice have ill effects from breathing that air. They can also test a sample of your air in a similar manner.

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety: This is a great site for MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets), which contain health and safety information about specific chemicals supplied by the manufacturers of those chemicals. They also supply Chemical Fact Sheets.

Canadian Human Rights Commission - Policy on Environmental Sensitivities: Environmental Sensitivities (also called chemical sensitivities) is now a recognized disability by the Canadian Human Rights Commission. Consequently it comes under the protection of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Canadian Organic Growers (COG):  The National Information Network for organic farmers, gardeners, and consumers. They also provide some great links.

Chemical Injury: Science-Based Knowledge about Chemical Injury and Chemical Sensitivity for the Lay Person, Patient, and Medical Professional. This is Dr. Grace Ziem's web site. It has a wealth of valuable information. It contains scientific information about the hazards of toxic chemicals. She also gives a lot of good practical advice for preventing, recognizing, coping and treating chemical injury.

Chemical Injury Information Network (CIIN): This U.S. non-profit organization is an organization that is a real treasure. They make available to the public scientific peer review studies that bear on the issue of Chemical Injury. By clicking on either ‘Library’ or ‘Newsletter’, you will be led to a huge list of studies that are available for a nominal fee. They also sponsor medical research and will gratefully receive donations to their ‘Cindy Deurhing MCS Research Fund’. Their Newsletter ‘Our Toxic Times’ is definitely worth the price of a subscription.

Defining Chemical Injury - A Diagnostic Protocol and Profile of Chemically Injured Civilians, Industrial Workers and Gulf War - by G. Heuser, M.D., Ph.D., P. Axelrod and S. Heuser, M.A. This article guides the doctor into testing that will help diagnose and assess the Chemically Injured patient.

Doctor's Data Inc.: This is an independent reference laboratory providing data on levels of toxic and essential elements in hair; and elements, amino acids, and metabolites in blood and urine.

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First Do No Harm - The Challenge of Patients with Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS) by Ann McCampbell, M.D. This gives guidance to Emergency Medical Teams on how to help a Chemically Sensitive patient in a medical emergency, for example, a car accident. It gives practical advice, such as not exposing them to perfumes, cologne, diesel exhaust, cigarette smoke, etc. Many Chemically Sensitive patients are scared to call 9-1-1.Since most emergency teams are untrained regarding MCS, these patients fear that the emergency team will inadvertently make their situation worse. Dr. McCampbell addresses this problem in her article "First Do No Harm". 

Fragranced Products Information Network: If you ever wondered why scented products are a problem for those with a Chemical Injury Illness, this site will make it abundantly clear. You will learn that many fragrances contain neurotoxins and other dangerous chemicals. 

Health Care Without Harm:  This is an international coalition of 480 organizations in more than 50 countries working to transform the health care industry so it is no longer a source of harm to people and the environment.

Hospitalization for the Chemically Sensitive Patient:  These are some guidelines to assist the medical profession in accommodating the needs of the chemically sensitive patient while they are in hospital. The guidelines are written by Selene Anema, R.N.

Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS): This site is part of the huge site of the U.S. Government’s Environmental Protection Agency. It gives the human toxicology studies of a huge list of chemicals. You will be amazed at how many chemicals have either never been tested or have only been partially tested. Take particular note to how many chemicals have never undergone inhalation exposure tests. IRIS has links that take you to many valuable databases on the human health effects of chemicals.

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Lab Tests Online: A public resource on clinical lab testing from the laboratory professionals who do the testing. The information is Peer-reviewed, Non-commercial and Patient-centered.

Mercy Medical Center: This is the protocol for the Chemically Sensitive patient used at the Mercy Medical Center.

Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) Research at James Madison University:  The James Madison University Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) Research Team studies the life impacts of living with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, also referred to as Environmental Illness, Chemical Injury, and Chemical Hypersensitivity.

New Jersey Department of Health / Right To Know Program / Right To Know Hazardous Substance Fact Sheets: This site has prepared fact sheets for 1,702 individual hazardous chemicals; contains acute and chronic health hazards, identification, workplace exposure limits, medical tests, workplace controls and practices, personal protective equipment, handling and storage, questions and answers, definitions, and emergency response information for fires, spills and first aid.

New York's Green Cleaning Program: This website is for the use of institutions and the general public. Its purpose is to offer facility managers, school administrators, educators, parents, and citizens a wealth of free information and tools to promote adoption of effective green cleaning practices, leading to healthier indoor environments.

North Carolina Chemical Injury Network: This site also contains a wealth of information and they have many terrific links. In their MCS Awareness Campaign their slogan is: “No Illness Should Take A Back Seat!” I whole heartedly agree.

Nova Scotia Environmental Health Centre: This is an out-patient clinic set up to treat the Chemically Injured patient.

REACH: is the European Community Regulation on chemicals and their safe use. It deals with the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemical substances. The aim of REACH is to improve the protection of human health and the environment through the better and earlier identification of the intrinsic properties of chemical substances.

Rx List: Since many Chemically Injured patients don't tolerate a wide range of prescription drugs, and since there are times when prescription drugs are a necessity, the challenge is finding a drug that the patient can tolerate. This site will provide you with valuable information about the prescription drug so the patient can make an informed decision.

The Chemical Sensitivity Foundation: The primary goal of the Chemical Sensitivity Foundation is to raise public awareness about Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. Their efforts in this area include the distribution of a six-page selected bibliography of studies and articles on Chemical Sensitivity published in peer-reviewed journals. The amount of solid research on this subject is expanding each year, and they believe it is important to alert physicians and researchers to scientific information on this condition. One of their goals in distributing this list is to stimulate other scientists to consider launching research studies in this field.

The Weather Network: This is a great site for anyone needing to monitor the weather and wind direction. You type in the city nearest you and it will provide you with a detailed local weather report. Wind speed and wind direction is crucial to monitoring local air quality during pesticide season, etc.

Toxicology Source: This web site gives chemical exposure and toxic injury information and analysis, the application of this information to a range of toxicology and forensic issues.

Toxics Use Reduction Institute: This institute has helped industry reduce toxic chemicals used in manufacturing, while improving the competitiveness of the companies.

WASTE (Workers Against Senseless Toxic Exposure):  This is an information site hosted by U.S. Medical Personnel Injured by Glutaraldehyde.

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More Navigation Links (listed alphabetically)

A Guide For The Workplace: Accommodating Employees With Environmental Sensitivities
A Hummingbirds Guide to M.E. (Information on Myalgic Encephalomyelitis)
Action for ME
Agent Orange Alert at CFB Gagetown
Alison Hunter Memorial Foundation
Allergy and Environmental Health Association of Quebec
American Gulf War Veterans Association:
Association of Young People with ME (AYME)
Australian Chemical Trauma Alliance, Inc

Body Burden - The Pollution in Newborns:
Body Burden - The Pollution in People:

Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment
CFIDS Association of America:
Chemical Injury Survivors:
Chemical Reaction - Chemical Catastrophes (Gulf War Syndrome)

Dirty Electricity
Dr. Doris J. Rapp
Dr. Grace Ziem
Dr. Gunnar Heuser
Dr. Kaye Kilburn
Drug Watch

Ecological Health Organization, Inc. (ECHO):
(New) Environmental Health Association of British Columbia
Environmental Health Association of Nova Scotia
Environmental Health Association of Ontario
Environmental Health Network of California:
Environmental Working Group

Fibromyalgia Network:
Fibromyalgia Support--Ottawa West:
FM-CFS Canada (Compassion in Action):

Global Recognition Campaign For Multiple Chemical Sensitivity:
Gulf War Syndrome: Chemical Reaction - Chemical Catastrophes
Gulf War Veteran Resource Pages

Invisible Disabilities Association

Labour Environmental Alliance Society
Law Firm - Steigerwalt & Associates - Personal Injury - Chemical Injury
Law Offices of Michael J. Walkup - MCS Legal Help
Law Offices of Michael Pines - Personal Injury - Injuries from Chemicals

MCS America
MCS Awareness
MCS Canadian Sources
MCS International
MCS-Liga Schweiz (Switzerland)
MCS NYC - Living with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity in New York City
MCS Primer:
MCS UK
MCS Survivors
ME / CFS Australia
ME / CFS / FM Support Association Qld Inc.
ME / CFS Society SA Inc.
ME / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Society of New South Wales Inc.
M.E. Support
Mesothelioma and Asbestos Awareness Center
Mesothelioma Prognosis
Mesothelioma Symptoms 
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity Research and Resources (MCSRR):

National CFIDS Foundation
National Environmental Education And Training:
Neuro-Test Inc.
New Jersey Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Association, Inc.:

Ohio Network for the Chemically Injured:
Our Little Place:

Pamela Reed Gibson, Ph.D
Phoenix Rising: A Guide to ME / CFS
(New) Pleural Mesothelioma
Precious Minds Resource and Learning Centre

R.E.S.C.I.N.D. Repeal Existing Stereotypes about Chronic, Immunological and Neurological Diseases
Resources for the Chemically Injured, Chemically Sensitive or Environmentally Ill
Rest Ministries:

Satori-5: Scotland, UK
Share, Care and Prayer, Inc
Support ME
Support Network for the Aldehyde and Solvent Affected:

The Chronic Syndrome Support Association, Inc.:
The Coalition for a Healthy Ottawa
The Environmental Illness Resource
The House Doc
The MCS Beacon of Hope
The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association of Ontario:
The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and Fibromyalgia (MEFM) Societies of British Columbia:
The National ME-FM Action Network:
The Young ME Sufferers Trust  
Toxic Free Canada

What Is Multiple Chemical Sensitivity?
 

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Christian Support (listed alphabetically)

Bible Gateway: This is a free service for reading and researching the Bible online. They offer the service in many different languages as well as in many different translations.

Faith's Checkbook,     This Morning     and    This Evening.  are some of Charles H. Spurgeon's daily devotional writings.   He lived from 1834-1892 and was a well known preacher in England. He also wrote many books.

Hymn Time: This web site lists many old hymns, with their history and their tunes. The words of hymns can often bring comfort, encouragement and guidance in our struggles of life.

Joni and Friends: This is the web site of Joni Eareckson Tada, who became a quadriplegic in 1967 as a result of a diving accident. She was confined to a wheelchair unable to use even her hands. She learned how to paint with a brush between her teeth. Though it all, she learned to lean on the Lord for strength, comfort, and encouragement. She is a strong advocate for the disabled and an inspiration to us all.

Our Daily Bread: This is a daily devotional meditation for spiritual growth and Bible study.

Rest Ministries: This is a Christian Support organization serving people who live with chronic illness or pain. The founder, Lisa Copen, has Fibromyalgia.

Share, Care and Prayer, Inc.: This is a non profit Christian organization encouraging, educating and equipping the Chemically Sensitive.

The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada:  This organization brings together Christians and gives them a united voice on national issues, especially those issues of a moral and ethical nature.

Where is God Ministries: Where Is God Ministries strives to help friends, family and churches better understand how to minister to those living with limitations due to chronic illness, pain, injury and disabilities.This is part of Invisible Disabilities Association

Humour (listed alphabetically)

CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) Days: Anyone who has Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, or any other Chemical Injury will appreciate the humour on this site.

Reverend Fun: This site provides religious humour.

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