Adverse health effects of industrial wind turbines.

We are pleased to see the interest generated by our article in the May issue.[1][1] Much of the feedback has been constructive and should help advance awareness of the health risks of placing industrial wind turbines (IWTs) too close to humans. However, the opinions expressed by blogger Mike G.

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