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The Hidden Cost of the Gulf War

Eric Margolis | Posted 12.20.2008 | Politics


Eric Margolis

While US casualties in Iraq appear relatively low -- 4,100 dead and 35,000 wounded -- the real health costs of Iraq will, as in the case of the First Gulf War, not be known for years.

DEET-Free Natural Insect Repellents

TheDailyGreen.com | Brian Clark Howard | Posted 07.09.2008 | Green


To many, biting insects are the very definition of annoying. Plus, mosquitoes and ticks can sometimes carry diseases, from Lyme disease to West Nile v...

Toxic Bug Spray, Better Alternatives

The Daily Green | Posted 06.17.2008 | Green


Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that the DEET used in most mosquito repellents is toxic? If so what problems does it cause? And what are some non-toxic alt...