http://www.physorg.com/ en-us Physorg.com internet news portal provides the latest news on science including: Physics, Nanotechnology, Life Sciences, Space Science, Earth Science, Environment, Health and Medicine. (PhysOrg.com) -- Lead levels that are "off the scale" have been confirmed after tests were done this morning on the lid of a soup can dating back more than 150 years. The findings reopen the mystery surrounding the cause of death of Sir John Franklin and his doomed crew as they searched for the Northwest Passage. http://www.physorg.com/news180115596.html Other Sciences Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:07:28 EST news180115596 In its quest to rid consumer products of a potent neurotoxin, an Oakland environmental group on Tuesday warned nearly 20 major retailers and manufacturers that they're selling women's purses, wallets, tote bags and other accessories with lead levels exceeding California state standards. http://www.physorg.com/news158494590.html Medicine & Health Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:17:53 EST news158494590 (PhysOrg.com) -- With the holiday season approaching, a Cornell environmental analyst has made an illuminating discovery: Many Christmas light sets contain such high levels of lead that they exceed limits set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for windowsills or floors. http://www.physorg.com/news146761163.html Medicine & Health Mon, 24 Nov 2008 14:59:23 EST news146761163 Pregnant women who take high levels of daily calcium supplements show a marked reduction in lead levels in their blood, suggesting calcium could play a critical role in reducing fetal and infant exposure. http://www.physorg.com/news140199729.html Medicine & Health Tue, 09 Sep 2008 17:22:09 EST news140199729