Japanese workaholics..

This post might be a bit retro but well.. I managed to find this interesting bit while doing some research for my LSM1302 (Genes and Society) essay.

Those affected by the sarin experienced (short- and long-term symptoms) (incomplete list):

.bleeding from the nose and mouth
.coma
.convulsions
.difficulty breathing
.disturbed sleep and nightmares
.extreme sensitivity to light
.foaming at the mouth
.high fevers
.influenza-like symptoms
.loss of consciousness
.loss of memory
.nausea and vomiting
.paralysis
.post-traumatic stress disorder
.respiratory problems
.seizures
.uncontrollable trembling
.vision problems, both temporary and permanent

Witnesses have said that subway entrances resembled battlefields. In many cases, the injured simply lay on the ground, many unable to breathe. Incredibly, several of those affected by sarin went to work in spite of their symptoms. Most of these left and sought medical treatment as the symptoms worsened.