Title: NEW BOOK

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Section/SPIG: Environment

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Immediately prior to publication of this newsletter, the editor received, for review, a copy of the recently released Dioxins and Health, Second Edition edited by Arnold Schecter & Thomas Gasiewicz (Publisher: John Wiley & Sons' Scientific, Technical, and Medical Division). An in-depth review was not possible, but a short assessment of the book shows it to be extensive. Numerous well-known scientists are contributors (to mention a very few: Barry Commoner, Linda Birnbaum, William Farland, Gary Kimmel, Christopher Portier and many others). The book begins with an overview on the issues and concerns surrounding the topic, followed by chapters that provide a thorough description of dioxin’s toxicological aspects and a review of epidemiologic evidence and other reported health consequences. It looks to be a comprehensive and interesting treatment of the subject.

This written consideration (review) does not serve as guidance for or against purchase of the book. Ordering information: Wiley's customer service, 877-762-2974 or <www.wiley.com>.