Wristbands track toxic exposure after Harvey

Flood victims in the Houston area will help scientists track their exposure to dangerous substances as they rebuild from Hurricane Harvey by wearing a porous silicone wristband that absorbs organic chemicals. About 150 people have signed up to wear the bracelets, which are similar to the ubiquitous branded advertising giveaways but can absorb more than 1,500 organic chemicals in a process that mimics the human cell, the Houston Chronicle reported. Participants will wear the bracelets for seven…
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