AIDS risk in oral sex study shocks researchers
A monkey study finds the AIDS virus more transmissible via oral sex than via rectal exposure, challenging prior beliefs about safety of oral activity. Experts urge caution, while others caution against overinterpreting animal data and note saliva has little virus. Researchers say human risk from kissing remains negligible.
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Gun murders rise 18 percent over decade in U S
Atlanta report notes gunfire caused 61 percent of 1985 homicides and 72 percent in 1994. CDC analysis of death certificates from 50 states shows youths 15 to 24 hit hardest, with gun-related deaths up 30 percent in ten years. Call for broader crime prevention and gun control measures.
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Pesticide mix boosts estrogen effect in study
Washington AP report details a Tulane led study showing endosulfan dieldrin toxaphene and chlordane combining to trigger estrogen gene far beyond their individual effects. Researchers note 500 to 1,000 fold potency rises. EPA official calls results astonishing and highlights policy implications and testing challenges.
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Lynn Goldman
Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
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