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11-17-2009, 09:19 AM | #1 |
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Cyanobacteria as an ALS Trigger?
This is a pretty disturbing piece about the possible link between a cyanobacteria toxin and dramatic increases in the incidence of ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) among lakefront residents in New Hampshire. It's not Winnipesaukee, but close enough...and we have ample blue-green algae in the Lake.
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11-17-2009, 08:29 PM | #2 |
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true and scary
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11-17-2009, 08:37 PM | #3 |
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This stuff is in Mirror Lake. Sales of lake front property have come to a screeching halt in the last couple of years. Why take the chance.
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11-21-2009, 04:24 PM | #4 |
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What lakes are affected?
Is there an up-to-date list of lakes and waterways that have this issue in New Hampshire or all of New England for that matter?
I am looking for another waterfront cabin and the last thing we need is to confront an issue like this!!! What is the law in NH regarding disclosure of something like this in a Real Estate transaction? Anyone? |
11-21-2009, 06:06 PM | #5 |
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What Lake are you looking at? One thing to consider when purchasing is that it is better to purchase on a deep cold water lake than a shallow warm water lake. |
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11-22-2009, 12:45 AM | #6 |
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Until now the lakes we have been looking at have been a secondary issue, we are looking for a specific type of cottage and property, Open concept with little or no slope to the water and without a sandy beach.
Something we can easily convert to handicapped/wheelchair friendly. So what lake it was located on hasn't been of concern until now. |
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Lawns Again?
A quick search came up with some other NH lakes:
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Gee...where have we heard that before? The article asserts that an ALS "predisposition" is a factor, but does that mean one's having ALS in the family is a factor, or having a genetic marker for the disease? For Lake Winnipesaukee, there may be localized areas of concern, such as "Tuftonboro Bay"—and particularly "The Basin". (Those places downstream from Mirror Lake—already known for cyanobacteria blooms). After more than 53 seasons on the lake—and three generations—my only medical complaint is a minor case of non-diabetic peripheral neuropathy. I'll run the cyanobacteria-possibility by my MD at the next visit. After 53 years on Winnipesaukee, I'm quite certain my doctor will see there's nothing wrong with me nothing wrong with me. |
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11-22-2009, 11:35 AM | #8 |
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Thank you!
Very interesting and eye opening piece!
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