Jack Dwayne Thrasher, Ph.D.
Toxicology, Immunotoxicology, Fetal Toxicology
(Site Under Construction, Watch for Changes)
Sandra L. Crawley, M.E.D., LADC
Trauma Specialist
This web site is dedicated to the public for information regarding the adverse health effects following acute and chronic exposure to various toxins. The toxins include formaldehyde, pesticides, genetically modified foods, and microbial (fungi & bacteria) that grow in water damage homes and buildings. Exposure to these contaminants can affect health via allergies, chronic inflammation and brain damage. Often individuals ill from toxic exposure have a complex of symptoms that include chronic fatigue, joint aches and pain, G. I. Tract disturbances as well as peripheral and central neuropathy. The involvement of the brain is often referred to as “Brain Fog.”
Poison of the Month features information on the toxicology of several chemicals to which exposure can occur. Research Papers contains peer reviewed papers either authored or co-authored by Dr. Thrasher. Water Damage and Biocontaminants reviews the conditions that exist in water damaged homes and building. Plastics deals with toxins, such as Bisphenol A. Blood Born Toxins features current research regarding the body burden of various environmental chemicals. Genetically Modified Foods will keep the reader up to date on the health effects of these products.
Fungi (Molds) and Mycotoxins discusses the common indoor molds, their toxins and peer reviewed research on their detection in water damaged structures. Bacteria presents information and literature on Gram negative & positive bacteria that are present in water damaged building. Other Web Sites are links to additional information. Finally, Recommended Physicians list some doctors who specialize in health effects of toxins.
Poison of the Month features information on the toxicology of several chemicals to which exposure can occur. Research Papers contains peer reviewed papers either authored or co-
Fungi (Molds) and Mycotoxins discusses the common indoor molds, their toxins and peer reviewed research on their detection in water damaged structures. Bacteria presents information and literature on Gram negative & positive bacteria that are present in water damaged building. Other Web Sites are links to additional information. Finally, Recommended Physicians list some doctors who specialize in health effects of toxins.
This is a diagram of the human brain. We will be discussing the role of chronic inflammation and how it affects brain function. See: Brain function and inflammation
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