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Some things just won't go away; they stick to you like a bad smell. :( Exposure to pesticides(fungicides or insecticides for example) is all to common. Until we say enough is enough, birds, fish, and people will continue to collect these toxins. Researching a pesticide is a relatively simple and inexpensive process. The first step is acquiring the name of the pesticide and the EPA registration number(if possible). The registeration number is usually printed on the package labeling. If you cannot find the number, the pesticide name will usually suffice. The next step is calling the EPA pesticide hotline, aka national pesticide telecommunications network. The toll-free number is 1-800-858-7378. Tell them the name and registration number of the product and what type of information you are seeking. They have information on active ingredients in pesticides and their effects on environmental and human health, historical information on pesticides, and phone numbers of manufacturers(many toll-free) where you can call to obtain "material safety data sheets" on the pesticide in question. These sheets will detail most(if not all) of the known environmental and health problems associated with a particular pesticide. The National Pesticide Telecommunications Network will send you information for a small charge. Usually $3.00 for up to 30 pages, to cover copying and mailing costs. They can also refer you to organizations that can supply you with information on low toxin pest control. Additional information can be found on their Web site located at: http://ace.orst.edu/info/nptn/ I suggest checking out the Web site because of the links to the EPA and Poison Control Centers(throughtout the USA). In the meantime, keep those aromatic hydrocarbon vapors away from me. :) Best regards Ralph Herbst RPh. chicago, illinois join #parkinsons on the undernet of IRC a global parkinson's resource drop in anytime..ask for geomalia :) [log in to unmask]