The entire human population is chronically exposed to various
contaminants, including lead and chlorinated hydrocarbon pesticides.
Studies were undertaken to assess the effects of chronic exposure to
lead on the toxicities of two such pesticides, lindane and dieldrin.
Mice were given lead as the acetate in drinking water, at levels...
Lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) are naturally occurring heavy metals
which have been redistributed to a large extent by man in the environment.
These metals have certain common toxic sites of action on
biological systems of mammals. Simultaneous exposure to Pb and Cd
is highly probable due to common sources...
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In the United States, lead poisoning is one of the most common
childhood diseases, and children of color are disproportionately its
victims. Portland is no different.
Despite federal restrictions on lead use, many low income and children
of color in Portland continue to live, learn and play in lead
contaminated...
The primary objective of this study was to assess radiator repair shops' compliance with Oregon OSHA Lead and Hazard Communication regulations. Fifty radiator repair shops were randomly selected from nine counties that comprise the highest population density in Oregon. All 50 worksites were visited; of these 50 worksites, 22 were...
Environmental contamination along roadways with lead from processed
petroleum and automotive residues has been reported. Toxicity to the herbivores grazing these areas has not been well studied. Comparison of lead concentrations adjacent to roads in Kuwait and in Oregon, USA was studied. Soil samples were taken from three sites at...
Childhood lead poisoning is one of the most common preventable pediatric health problems in the United States. Fetuses, neonates, and young children are particularly sensitive to adverse health effects associated with lead exposure due to children's hand to mouth activities, their greater ability to absorb lead, and their vulnerable developing...
