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Lead biomarkers linked with stress

Lead has been used throughout human history, from its first smelting in around 6400 BC to its use in petrol (gasoline) in the 20th century. Lead poisoning has a long history as well--in fact, it was

Telomeres tell the tale of stress relief in cancer patients

Most of us already know that stress is bad news. Stress makes it difficult to perform well at work, to maintain healthy relationships, and if it goes on long enough can have a negative impact on our

Hair analysis offers a warning flag for chronic stress

A group of Canadian investigators says it's found a solution to a thorny challenge in the biomarker world. By measuring the level of cortisol--a key biomarker for stress--in hair follicles, they can