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Lake toxins may cause health issues
ANNA SPOERRE | @ASpoerre_DE
Those who live near Campus Lake have probably experienced a repulsive odor wafting through the area, especially on warmer days. The smell comes from sewage leaking around Thompson Point into the lake, according to a former SIUC professor. “My nose tells me that this isn’t right,” said Daniel Nickrent, professor emeritus in plant biology. He said toxins within Campus Lake, located on the west side of campus near Thompson Point, can kill liver cells or cause neurological problems. “It can form skin rashes. If ingested in a large enough amount, it can be very dangerous,” said Nickrent, who worked at the university for more than 20 years. Please see LAKE | 4