Toxic truth Why research on lead pollution in India needs to be strengthened

Category : Pollution | Location : National  | Posted on 2024-12-18 02:24:34


Toxic truth Why research on lead pollution in India needs to be strengthened

Nearly one million people die of lead poisoning every year, according to an estimate by the World Health Organization. The United Nations Children Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has projected that close to 800 million children will end up with permanent intellectual disabilities and behavioral disorders due to its toxic effects.

Source: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/pollution/toxic-truth-why-research-on-lead-pollution-in-india-needs-to-be-strengthened

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