GENOTOXIC CHANGES IN PERIPHERAL LYMPHOCYTES AFTER THERAPEUTIC EXPOSURE TO CRUDE COAL TAR AND ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION

Genotoxic changes in peripheral lymphocytes after therapeutic exposure to crude coal tar and ultraviolet radiation

Aims: Goeckerman therapy is based on combined exposure to UV radiation (UVA, UVB) and crude coal tar (PAHs).Some indicators suggest a genotoxic hazard, however, the level of genotoxic risk of the therapy has not yet been investigated sufficiently.This study aims to assesss the genotoxic risk.Methods: The studied group consisted of patients with chr

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From Heart Health Promotion to Chronic Disease Prevention: Contributions of the Canadian Heart Health Initiative

Background The Canadian Heart Health Initiative began in 1987 as an 18-year undertaking to address the epidemic of cardiovascular disease in Canada.There is growing pvc patch recognition in Canada of the need for an integrated approach to prevention that addresses common risks for many chronic diseases.Context Research and intervention activities o

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