Projects for the EU - Summaries of scientific reports of the Commission
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Tooth Whiteners & Oral Hygiene Products containing hydrogen peroxide (2007) by SCCP
To date, millions of tooth whitening kits have been sold across the world to consumers seeking to brighten their smiles. In general, the more hydrogen peroxide, the greater the whitening power.
Are toothpastes, mouth-rinses and tooth whitening products containing hydrogen peroxide safe? Should they be freely available to consumers? More…
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Indoor Air Quality (2008) by SCHER
Much progress has been made in Europe in improving outdoor air quality and limit values have been set for several pollutants. However, indoor air quality also requires attention because this is where we spend most of our time.
Which indoor air pollutants raise concern? How can indoor air quality be determined? More…
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Sunbeds & UV radiatio (2006) by SCCP
In addition to natural sunlight, sunbed users seeking to achieve a tan expose themselves to substantial amounts of artificial UV radiation.
What are the health and safety implications of both natural solar UV radiation and artificial UV radiation from sunbeds? More…
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Electromagnetic Fields 2009 Update (2009) by SCENIHR
Safety limits have been set by the European Union for the protection of workers and the general public against the effects of mobile phones and other electromagnetic fields. Are these safety limits adequate in the light of recent scientific evidence? More…
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Effects of Biocides on Antibiotic Resistance (2009) by SCENIHR
Biocides are added to many consumer goods such as cosmetics and detergents to kill bacteria or inhibit their growth. They include disinfectants, preservatives as well as antiseptics and are widely used in animal husbandry, food production and health care.
In the light of current scientific evidence, can biocides lead to antibiotic resistant bacteria? More…
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Phthalates in school supplies (2008) by SCHER
Phthalates are additives that are widely used in plastics to make them soft and flexible.
Can regularly chewing on such articles cause harmful health effects? More…
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Energy-Saving Lamps & Health (2008) by SCENIHR
Currently, conventional incandescent lamps are in the process of being replaced with more energy-efficient lamps, mainly compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs). Do these energy-saving lamps aggravate the symptoms in patients with certain diseases?More…
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Tooth filling materials Dental amalgams & alternative materials (2008) by SCENIHR
Alternative tooth-coloured materials are increasingly used because they look better and require less intervention.
How safe are different tooth filling materials? Are they equally effective in ensuring dental health? More…
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Nanotechnologies (2006) by SCENIHR
Nanotechnologies represent a fast-growing market; they are already being used in a variety of technologies and consumer products. However, materials containing nanoparticles may be of concern for human health and the environment, and the risks of these recently developed materials need to be assessed.
Are the existing methodologies to assess these risks appropriate? More…
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Non-human primates in research and safety testing (2009) by SCHER
Every year, more than 100 000 monkeys and apes are used for biomedical research around the world. Their genetic similarities to humans make them particularly suitable candidates for testing the safety of new drugs and for studying infectious diseases or the brain.
Are there alternatives to the use of non-human primates in research and testing? Would it be feasible to stop using them altogether? More…
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Personal Music Players & Hearing (2008) by SCENIHR
In recent years, sales of personal music players have soared, in particular those of MP3 players. Music from such players has become a significant threat to hearing because it can reach very high volumes and because an increasing proportion of the population is exposed to it, particularly young people.
In the light of current scientific knowledge, can the use of personal music players damage hearing? More…
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