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M3.1 Biomonitoring

M3.1 Biomonitoring

Upon receiving this news, I would feeling anxious, uneasy, and curious. Speaking with my doctor about my concerns would be my first step in order to educate myself on what these lab results could mean for my health. Second, further educating myself on each of the chemicals found in my body would be my second step. By figuring out where these chemicals are usually found, where I may have been exposed to them, and what potential risks they hold, I can then begin to examine my risks levels. It is important to know if my exposure is linked to travel, where I grew up, or behaviors. While the first two cannot be changed, pinpointing behaviors that elevate my risk of chemical exposures can be life-changing. For example, if I find out that a chemical is found mostly in plastic bottles, microwaves, electronic casings, or make-up products, I can begin to find alternatives to these behaviors or products. 

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