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Published online 5 September 2001 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news010906-9
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Unexpected reaction to Euro
Big Euro coins could cause itchy fingers.
Most Europeans aren't itching to get their hands on the new Euro coins, which are due for release next year - but some might be once they do. Despite assertions that they are 'hypo-allergenic', Euro coins contain enough nickel to cause contact dermatitis, an Austrian dermatologist is warning.
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