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Default CFLs cause cancer (Really)

On 4/21/2011 12:36 PM, Percival P. Cassidy wrote:
On 04/21/11 11:49 am, Frank wrote:

"...a group of scientists warned that [CFLs] contain cancer causing
chemicals. Their report advises that the bulbs should not be left on for
extended periods, particularly near someone’s head, as they emit
poisonous
materials when switched on. "

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/84...chemicals.html



Or maybe it was cell phones that should not be near the head when
switched
on.

Whatever.

' Toxicity and carcinogenicity are dose related. These chemicals are all
present in our lives from different sources. If it scares the greenies,
they should stick to candles.


But burning candles probably also release harmful chemicals AND
contribute to global warming.

Perce

Of course, but most greenies are too dumb to know that