• We assessed trends in blood lead levels in youths and adults with cotinine-verified tobacco smoke exposure by using 10 years of data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. (cdc.gov)
  • Positive trend tests indicate that a linear relationship exists between smoke exposure and blood lead levels in youths and adults and that secondhand smoke exposure contributes to blood lead levels above the level caused by smoking. (cdc.gov)
  • Children exposed to the same levels of hydrogen fluoride as adults may receive larger doses because they have greater lung surface area:body weight ratios and increased minute volumes:weight ratios. (cdc.gov)
  • Children are particularly vulnerable, absorbing 4 to 5 times as much ingested lead as adults from a given source. (who.int)
  • Children are more vulnerable to lead poisoning than adults because their nervous systems are still developing. (cdc.gov)
  • Children also tend to absorb a higher fraction of ingested lead than adults. (cdc.gov)
  • Adults who have high BLLs may be at increased risk for high blood pressure, other cardiovascular effects, kidney problems, adverse reproductive outcomes, and gout. (cdc.gov)
  • Because they absorb more lead than adults and because their brains and nervous systems are still developing, children under 6 and the developing fetus are most susceptible to lead exposure. (cleanwaterfund.org)
  • Even low-level exposure to lead is linked to cardiovascular disease in adults. (cleanwaterfund.org)
  • Elevated blood lead levels (BLLs) in adults can damage the cardiovascular, central nervous, reproductive, hematologic, and renal systems. (cdc.gov)
  • 25 µg/dL in adults caused by workplace exposures. (cdc.gov)
  • Most recently, in The Health Consequences of Involuntary Exposure to Tobacco Smoke (HHS, 2006), it concluded that exposure to secondhand smoke could have immediate adverse effects on the cardiovascular system in adults and that it causes coronary heart disease. (nationalacademies.org)
  • The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, USA, stated that reference blood lead levels for adults should be ≥5 μ g/dL [ 11 ] and lead-induced hypertension has been shown in experimental animals with low blood lead levels (9-37 μ g/dL) [ 9 , 12 - 14 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • Adults are not immune, with evidence linking lead exposure to kidney problems, high blood pressure and increased risks of cardiovascular deaths. (friendsofwater.com)
  • [2] The amount of lead that can be absorbed by children is also higher than that of adults. (wikipedia.org)
  • Exposure at work is a common cause of lead poisoning in adults with certain occupations at particular risk. (wikipedia.org)
  • Chronic exposure to lead, even at low levels, is associated with an elevated risk of cardiovascular and chronic kidney disease in adults and of impaired neurodevelopment and subsequent cognitive and behavioural development in the foetus and young children. (iasp-pain.org)
  • While adults are at lower risk of neurological impairment than children, evidence shows that a low-level dose of mercury from fish consumption in adults can lead to defects similar to those found in children, as well as fertility and cardiovascular problems. (environmentamerica.org)
  • The blood lead concentrations measured in participants in the Norwegian population studies are in the range of, and partly exceeding, the reference values for increased risk of high blood pressure and increased prevalence of chronic kidney disease in adults, and for neurodevelopmental effects in children. (vkm.no)
  • At present lead levels, adults with for example normal blood pressure will most likely not experience any clinical symptoms by a small increase, although it may add to the burden of those individuals who are at risk of experiencing cardiovascular disease. (vkm.no)
  • Children under 5 are most at risk of suffering lifelong physical and neurological damage from lead poisoning while older children and adults may have an increased risk of cardiovascular and kidney damage later in life. (earth.org)
  • 2) The leading exposure source in adults is from work. (cdc.gov)
  • Elevated Blood Lead Levels Among Employed Adults - United States, 1994-2013. (cdc.gov)
  • Lead may cause irreversible neurological damage as well as renal disease , cardiovascular effects, and reproductive toxicity. (wikidoc.org)
  • Long-term exposure to low levels of lead can result in cognitive decline, hypertension and other cardiovascular effects, decreased renal function, and reduced fertility. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • Exposure to lead can cause effects on the blood, as well as the nervous, immune, renal and cardiovascular systems. (courthousenews.com)
  • Lead adversely affects multiple organ systems and can cause permanent damage, including neurotoxicity and adverse cardiovascular, renal, and reproductive effects. (cdc.gov)
  • The aim of this study was to examine how different forms of graphene affect peripheral vascular functions, generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and changes in gene expression that may be indicative of cardiovascular and/or renal dysfunction. (cdc.gov)
  • It's 2023 - but millions of people across the country still drink water that passes through lead pipes, putting countless communities at risk of harmful lead contamination. (earthjustice.org)
  • 23 October 2023, Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran - To combat childhood lead poisoning, the WHO Country Office in the Islamic Republic of Iran has teamed up with Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences to mark International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, from 22 to 28 October 2023. (who.int)
  • 2023) Endocytosis of red blood cell extracellular vesicles by macrophages leads to cytoplasmic heme release and prevents foam cell formation in atherosclerosis. (news-medical.net)
  • Exposure to hazardous noise is also associated with cardiovascular disease, poor mental health, injury risk, and other various health conditions. (cdc.gov)
  • According to Larsson, it was not possible to determine whether or not the individuals with cardiovascular disease had insomnia. (sciencedaily.com)
  • It is estimated that lead exposure was responsible for 30% of the global burden of idiopathic intellectual disability, 4.6% of the global burden of cardiovascular disease and 3% of the global burden of chronic kidney diseases in 2019. (who.int)
  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is issuing this Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory to advise clinicians and health departments to consider the possibility of illness due to lead exposure and report cases to their local health authorities. (cdc.gov)
  • My research interests are focused on human cardiovascular control in health and disease. (sfu.ca)
  • Consequently, the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in spinal cord injured individuals is cardiovascular disease. (sfu.ca)
  • These studies have important implications for the millions of people who live and work at high altitude, and potentially to the study of hypoxic disease in the clinic at sea level. (sfu.ca)
  • When inhaled over a period of time, these particles can lead to respiratory illnesses like silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and lung cancer. (legalmatch.com)
  • Inhalation of fine silica particles can lead to silicosis, a serious lung disease that causes inflammation and scarring in the lungs, reducing their ability to take in oxygen. (legalmatch.com)
  • In 1986, it emphasized the need for further examination of the relationship between "involuntary smoking" and cardiovascular disease in The Health Consequences of Involuntary Smoking (HHS, 1986). (nationalacademies.org)
  • 1974). In addition, the 1990 report The Health Benefits of Smoking Cessation: A Report of the Surgeon General (HHS, 1990) and the National Cancer Institute's Monograph 8: Changes in Cigarette-Related Disease Risks and Their Implications for Prevention and Control (NCI, 1997) discussed the cardiovascular benefits of smoking cessation. (nationalacademies.org)
  • Their data provide evidence that limitation of secondhand-smoke exposure should reduce risk of mortality from coronary heart disease substantially. (nationalacademies.org)
  • Thus, home and workplace exposure can potentially produce a substantial burden of avoidable deaths from coronary heart disease. (nationalacademies.org)
  • 2009) recently estimated that at the 1999 to 2004 levels, passive smoking leads to 21,800 to 75,100 deaths from coronary heart disease and 38,100 to 128,900 myocardial infarctions annually. (nationalacademies.org)
  • The study, published today in Environmental Health Perspectives by researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center, is the first to connect secondhand smoke during pregnancy with epigenetic modifications to disease-related genes, measured at birth, which supports the idea that many adult diseases have their origins in environmental exposures - such as stress, poor nutrition, pollution or tobacco smoke - during early development. (eurekalert.org)
  • Even low levels of smoke from secondhand exposure affect epigenetic marks in disease-related pathways. (eurekalert.org)
  • Tipping the scale in either direction could lead to disease. (eurekalert.org)
  • To solidify their results, the team repeated the analysis in a separate sample of 115 women and found changes to two of the same disease-related epigenetic regions - one that regulates genes involved in inflammation and diabetes and another that regulates cardiovascular and nervous system functions - are correlated with cotinine levels in mothers. (eurekalert.org)
  • Even though cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the main of cause of the global burden of diseases attributable to PM exposure, it remains difficult to show reliable associations between exposure to wildland fire smoke and cardiovascular disease risk in population-based studies. (frontiersin.org)
  • Since our study found harmful effects at levels below current U.S. standards, air pollution should be considered as a risk factor for cardiovascular and respiratory disease by clinicians, and policy makers should reconsider current standards for air pollutants. (sciencedaily.com)
  • The Times investigation showed that most Gopher workers had enough lead in their blood to put them at risk of health problems, including high blood pressure, kidney dysfunction and cardiovascular disease. (tampabay.com)
  • [2] Lead is believed to result in 0.6% of the world's disease burden . (wikipedia.org)
  • Chronic exposure to arsenic in drinking water has been linked to a variety of health concerns, including hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. (environmentreport.org)
  • Pollution from coal-fired power plants in particular contributes to four of the five leading causes of mortality in the United States: heart disease, cancer, stroke, and chronic respiratory diseases. (environmentamerica.org)
  • Lower estrogen levels lead to decreased bone density and heart disease. (texasoncology.com)
  • How does job stress contribute to cardiovascular disease, and what can be done to intervene? (cdc.gov)
  • It is estimated that up to 23 percent of heart disease related deaths per year could be prevented if the levels of job strain in the most stressful occupations were reduced to average levels seen in other occupations. (cdc.gov)
  • Exposure to the high blood sugar levels caused by diabetes over long periods of time can give rise to serious complications, including kidney disease and cardiovascular disease, which can lead to early death. (moneyexpert.com)
  • Lead exposure was declining in the population on which the reference value for increased prevalence of chronic kidney disease was based. (vkm.no)
  • The implications of having a concurrent blood lead concentration above the reference value cannot fully be interpreted, since it is not known when and at which level of lead exposure the kidney disease was initiated. (vkm.no)
  • it is a cardiovascular disease that is affected by temperature changes. (bibalex.org)
  • Also, there could be a relationship between cold weather and limited exposure to the Sun, which might lead to vitamin D deficiency and consequently raises the risk of disease. (bibalex.org)
  • The study was focused on 657 men between the ages of 25 and 64 with no history of cardiovascular disease who participated in the World Health Organization (WHO) MONICA Project. (earth.com)
  • While this level has been determined as a cause for action by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there is lasting damage even at lower levels. (earth.org)
  • Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, with an especially devastating impact in low-to-medium income countries. (revespcardiol.org)
  • Cardiovascular disease has been elevated to this position by a combination of factors that include urbanization and its attendant effects, such as obesity, a sedentary lifestyle, changes in dietary habits, and smoking. (revespcardiol.org)
  • Given the enormous extent of the problem and the complexity of its causes, which include cultural, social, political, and health care factors, an equally sophisticated and comprehensive strategy is required to combat cardiovascular disease on a global scale. (revespcardiol.org)
  • Thus, our efforts should be concentrated not only on cardiovascular disease treatment and prevention, but also on health promotion and primordial prevention. (revespcardiol.org)
  • In this review, we present different strategies yielding encouraging results at the population level, from childhood until old age, that aim to protect against the challenges facing the scientific community when combating cardiovascular disease. (revespcardiol.org)
  • MAINZ, GERMANY - An updated evidence review strengthens the concept that exposure to environmental noise from road traffic and aircraft may increase the risk for heart disease and gets at the potential underlying pathophysiologic mechanisms. (medscape.com)
  • Traffic noise has been shown in many studies to increase the risk for heart disease, but the precise mechanisms that lead to noise-induced heart disease have been unclear. (medscape.com)
  • I think there is no doubt anymore that chronic noise exposure, in particular nighttime noise, can cause coronary disease, heart failure, stroke, and arterial hypertension. (medscape.com)
  • He hopes politicians create laws to protect people from environmental stressors and "take into account in particular the new findings concerning noise pollution and cardiovascular disease and to acknowledge noise as a cardiovascular risk factor," he said. (medscape.com)
  • Given the high levels of exposure to particulate matter at Ground Zero this study seeks to evaluate the cardiac morphology of First Responders with elevated blood and urine levels of Cd and Pb. (cdc.gov)
  • Exposure of human populations to smoke emitted by these fires increases, thereby contributing to airborne pollution through the emission of gas and particulate matter (PM). The adverse health outcomes associated with wildland fire exposure represent an important burden on the economies and health systems of societies. (frontiersin.org)
  • The risks for heart attacks, strokes, atrial fibrillation and flutter, and pneumonia were associated with long-term exposure to particulate matter. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Particulate matter (PM), nitrogen dioxide (NO 2 ) and ground-level ozone (O 3 ) are the pollutants that cause the greatest harm to human health and the environment in Europe. (europa.eu)
  • Exposure to PM2.5 particulate matter emitted by wood-burning stoves poses significant health risks. (dailyclimate.org)
  • The macrophages also produced higher levels of an enzyme which protects cells against oxidative damage-;commonly observed in inflammatory and cardiovascular diseases. (news-medical.net)
  • Exposure to air pollution is associated with cardiovascular and respiratory diseases - both health conditions known to increase susceptibility to COVID-19 and negatively influence prognosis. (europa.eu)
  • The plan sets out objectives, actions, a time frame and performance indicators for Member States, the Secretariat and international partners in order to guide their work on the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases between 2008 and 2013 at global and regional levels. (who.int)
  • Much of the work in support of integration can be focused on the leading risk factors mentioned above, especially since these are also risk factors for the transmission of other diseases, such as tuberculosis. (who.int)
  • and (3) foster effective collaboration among oral health focal points in the MoH and WHO at the regional and global levels to promote oral health as part of the noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and universal health coverage (UHC) agendas. (who.int)
  • Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of death in the United States. (cdc.gov)
  • Evidence supporting the multiple mechanisms by which job stress contributes to cardiovascular diseases (and other chronic health conditions) comes from a vast body of international scientific literature that includes epidemiologic studies, patho-physiological studies of animals and humans, and behavioral studies. (cdc.gov)
  • The body's ability to fight off diseases diminishes, leading to a higher likelihood of falling ill and slower recovery times. (divorcesolicitors.com)
  • Domestic wood burning has increased significantly, resulting in more small particle pollution than all road traffic in the UK, contributing to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. (dailyclimate.org)
  • These tiny particles can penetrate deep into the lungs, leading to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. (dailyclimate.org)
  • ABSTRACT While long-term exposure to air pollutants is associated with an increase in heart diseases and mortality, little information is available about the short-term effects of air pollution. (who.int)
  • Arsenic is well recognized as a human carcinogen and chronic exposure (via inhalation or from high-arsenic drinking water) is a known cause of skin, lung, and bladder cancer and is also associated with other cancers such as kidney, liver, and prostate. (drfuhrman.com)
  • This correlation suggests those with exposure to heavy metals are at risk for cardiac dysfunction and future studies should aim towards further understanding this relationship. (cdc.gov)
  • Continuing research in my laboratory, and in conjunction with the International Collaboration On Repair Discoveries (ICORD) and members of the American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) aims to elucidate the mechanisms underlying cardiovascular dysfunction after spinal cord injury. (sfu.ca)
  • Based upon the results of these investigations, exposure to graphene nanoparticles produced physiological and alterations in ROS and gene expression that may lead to cardiovascular dysfunction. (cdc.gov)
  • On the basis of their evidence review, Dr Thomas Münzel (Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany) and colleagues say it's becoming clear that transportation noise is associated with oxidative stress, vascular dysfunction, autonomic imbalance and metabolic abnormalities-potentially contributing to the development of cardiovascular risk factors, such as arterial hypertension and diabetes, as well as progression of atherosclerosis and increased susceptibility to cardiovascular events. (medscape.com)
  • New, in particular, are studies demonstrating that even one night of aircraft noise exposure can cause vascular (endothelial) dysfunction in healthy subjects," said Münzel. (medscape.com)
  • According to a 2009 report, around "60 percent of Americans live in areas where air pollution has reached unhealthy levels that can make people sick. (wikipedia.org)
  • Since 1999, the EPA has used the air quality index (AQI) to communicate air pollution risk to the public, on a scale from 0 to 500, with six levels from Good to Hazardous. (wikipedia.org)
  • EDF scientists and program experts will share data about pollution levels during quarantine from a local and global perspective, and provide recommendations for governments and companies to Rebuild Better. (edf.org)
  • As many large cities around the world emerge from lockdown, city authorities need to act decisively to prevent air pollution rebounding and even exceeding pre-COVID-19 levels. (edf.org)
  • Wildland fire, air pollution and cardiovascular health: is it time to focus on the microvasculature as a risk assessment tool? (frontiersin.org)
  • Analysis of records for more than 63 million Medicare enrollees from 2000 to 2016 finds long-term exposure to air pollution had a significant impact on the number of people hospitalized for cardiac and respiratory conditions. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Exposure to what is considered low levels of air pollution over a long period of time can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, atrial fibrillation and pneumonia among people ages 65 and older, according to new research published today in the American Heart Association's flagship journal Circulation . (sciencedaily.com)
  • Air pollution can cause harm to the cardiovascular and respiratory systems due to its effect on inflammation in the heart and throughout the body. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Newer studies on the impact of air pollution on health are focused on understanding the potential harm caused by long-term exposure and are researching the effects of multiple air pollutants simultaneously. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Researchers examined hospitalization records for more than 63 million Medicare enrollees in the contiguous Unites States from 2000 to 2016 to assess how long-term exposure to air pollution impacts hospital admissions for specific cardiovascular and respiratory issues. (sciencedaily.com)
  • When we restricted our analyses to individuals who were only exposed to lower concentrations of air pollution, we still found increased risk of hospital admissions with all of the studied outcomes, even at concentration levels below current national standards," added Danesh Yazdi. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Air pollution levels in many of Europe's cities still exceed both the EU's legal limits and the World Health Organization's (WHO's) guidelines for the protection of human health. (europa.eu)
  • In cities, where about three out of four Europeans live, road transport is often the main source of air pollution, especially because cars emit pollutants at the ground level, close to people. (europa.eu)
  • [5] According to a study, half of the US population has been exposed to substantially detrimental lead levels in early childhood - mainly from car exhaust whose lead pollution peaked in the 1970s and caused widespread loss in cognitive ability. (wikipedia.org)
  • However, its presence serves as an important indicator of air pollution levels and the combustion processes occurring in various industries and transportation systems. (imarcgroup.com)
  • Monitoring nitrogen dioxide levels helps assess air quality and implement necessary measures to reduce pollution. (imarcgroup.com)
  • Moreover, the rising demand for air quality monitoring systems and pollution control technologies has spurred the development of advanced sensors and monitoring devices that can accurately detect and measure NO 2 levels in the atmosphere. (imarcgroup.com)
  • 3. Gulson BL, Yui LA, Howarth D. Delayed visual maturation and lead pollution. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • This means that more than 689,000 out of the 4.1 million babies born every year could be exposed to dangerous levels of mercury pollution. (environmentamerica.org)
  • In Kabwe, Zambia, a lawsuit was recently filed against the mining company Anglo American over its alleged failure to prevent toxic lead pollution spreading throughout the town. (earth.org)
  • Wildlife that is exposed to mercury may die or, depending upon the level of exposure, have reduced fertility or complete reproductive failure, as well as slower growth and development. (environmentamerica.org)
  • Manifestations of fluoride toxicity are predominantly gastrointestinal (GI), but neurologic and cardiovascular effects also occur (see Presentation ). (medscape.com)
  • Most hydrogen fluoride exposures occur by inhalation of the gas and dermal contact with hydrofluoric acid. (cdc.gov)
  • Most hydrogen fluoride exposures occur by cutaneous contact with the aqueous solution. (cdc.gov)
  • Ongoing work in my laboratory and in conjunction with the Environmental Physiology Unit (EPU) at Simon Fraser University involves characterising the various patterns of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular adaptation that occur in response to permanent residence at high altitude. (sfu.ca)
  • The exposure can occur through different routes, such as inhalation, skin contact, or ingestion. (legalmatch.com)
  • Lead toxicity symptoms arise are thought to occur by interfering with an essential enzyme delta-AminoLevulinic Acid Dehydratase , or ALAD. (wikidoc.org)
  • Universal screening for elevated lead levels is not recommended, but a risk assessment for lead exposure should occur as early in the pregnancy as possible and blood lead testing is appropriate if even 1 risk factor is discovered. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • Risk assessment of lead exposure should occur at the earliest contact with pregnant or lactating women, and blood lead testing should be performed if even a single risk factor is identified. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • Exposure to a temperature of -26°C or less for 30 minutes is sufficient for frostbite to occur. (bibalex.org)
  • 1997. Induction of apoptotic cell death by particulate lead chromate: Differential effects of vitamins C and E on genotoxicity and survival. (cdc.gov)
  • Ingested fluoride can form hydrofluoric acid in the stomach, which leads to GI irritation or corrosive effects. (medscape.com)
  • Although hydrofluoric acid is weak compared with most other mineral acids, it can produce serious health effects by any route of exposure. (cdc.gov)
  • In a speech given at the symposium, Dr Syed Jaffar Hussain, WHO Representative and Head of Mission to the Islamic Republic of Iran, underscored the harmful effects of lead, especially on children and on women of childbearing age. (who.int)
  • Some effects of lead poisoning in a child may continue into adulthood. (cdc.gov)
  • More information about adverse effects of lead exposure can be found in the ATSDR Lead Toxicological Profile . (cdc.gov)
  • Educate patients or their caregivers and guardians about the health effects of lead exposure in children and the importance of seeking medical care. (cdc.gov)
  • While this effect is far from enough to offset the effects of global temperature rise caused by human activity, the researchers, led by the University of Cambridge, say that small-magnitude eruptions are responsible for as much as half of all the sulphur gases emitted into the upper atmosphere by volcanoes. (enn.com)
  • The chronic hypoxia and hypocapnia that is an inescapable consequence of high altitude living has profound effects upon the cardiovascular system. (sfu.ca)
  • Although much research has focused on the carcinogenic properties of smoke, this report focuses on its cardiovascular effects. (nationalacademies.org)
  • Lead- (Pb-) induced hypertension has been shown in humans and experimental animals and cardiovascular effects of hydrogen sulfide (H 2 S) have been reported previously. (hindawi.com)
  • Lead (Pb) is an important environmental pollutant that presents hazardous effects for human health. (hindawi.com)
  • This study examined the effects of durations of virtual exposure to the built and natural environments across three countries using an experimental design. (springer.com)
  • Thyroid hormone is well known for its profound direct effects on cardiovascular function and metabolism. (jci.org)
  • Thyroid hormone is a well-known regulator of metabolic and cardiovascular functions, and signaling through thyroid receptors has differential effects on cells depending on the receptor isoform that they express. (jci.org)
  • Classically, "lead poisoning" or "lead intoxication" has been defined as exposure to high levels of lead typically associated with severe health effects. (wikipedia.org)
  • [18] However, professionals often use "lead poisoning" and "lead toxicity" interchangeably, and official sources do not always restrict the use of "lead poisoning" to refer only to symptomatic effects of lead. (wikipedia.org)
  • High exposure to elevated levels of NO 2 can lead to adverse health effects, particularly respiratory issues and cardiovascular problems. (imarcgroup.com)
  • Despite its industrial applications, the focus remains on controlling and minimizing NO 2 emissions to protect human health and the environment from its detrimental effects on respiratory and cardiovascular systems. (imarcgroup.com)
  • The escalating awareness of the harmful effects of NO 2 emissions has led to stringent regulations and guidelines on controlling its release from various sources, such as industrial facilities, vehicles, and power plants. (imarcgroup.com)
  • Clinical effects of arsenic toxicity depend on the chronicity of exposure (eg, acute, chronic) and the chemical form involved, which may be inorganic arsenic (pentavalent arsenic and trivalent arsenic), organic arsenicals, or arsine gas. (medscape.com)
  • Extrapolation from surveys conducted in the UK and a review of studies of game consumption in other countries suggest that approximately 5 million people in the EU may be high-level consumers of lead-shot game meat and that tens of thousands of children in the EU may be consuming game contaminated with ammunition-derived lead frequently enough to cause significant effects on their cognitive development. (iasp-pain.org)
  • There is no level of ventilation that will eliminate the harmful effects of smoke. (canada.ca)
  • Additionally, when children exposed to mercury in the womb are monitored at ages 7 and 14, these impairments still exist, which suggests that the effects of even low-level mercury exposure may be irreversible. (environmentamerica.org)
  • Studies show that one in six women of childbearing age has enough mercury in her bloodstream to put her child at risk of the health effects of mercury exposure should she become pregnant. (environmentamerica.org)
  • However, a reduction in estrogen levels can also result in side effects because estrogen is necessary for important body functions, such as bone growth and cardiovascular health. (texasoncology.com)
  • Health professionals can help patients avoid the harmful effects of stress by screening patients for depression and stress (and making referrals to mental health specialists when appropriate), providing educational materials for managing stress, and counseling heart attack patients about the need to minimize occupational stress exposure (through shortened hours, work week, or modified job tasks, etc.) when they return to work to prevent a recurrent event. (cdc.gov)
  • The harmful effects of PM2.5 have been linked to premature deaths, and concerns have been raised over the increasing levels of wood-burning emissions in urban areas. (dailyclimate.org)
  • NTP Monograph on health effects of low-level lead. (cdc.gov)
  • Inhalation hazards result not only from exposure to hydrogen fluoride gas, but also from fumes arising from concentrated hydrogen fluoride liquid. (cdc.gov)
  • People can be exposed to lead through inhalation, ingestion and to a lesser extent, dermal contact. (cleanwaterfund.org)
  • Inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact with these substances can lead to a variety of health issues, from skin irritation and burns to respiratory issues, neurological damage, or cancer. (legalmatch.com)
  • Long-term or frequent exposure to these, often through inhalation or skin contact, can lead to respiratory problems, skin conditions, or in some cases, an increased risk of certain types of cancer. (legalmatch.com)
  • Long-term inhalation exposure to inorganic arsenic is associated with irritation of the skin and can affect the brain and nervous system. (courthousenews.com)
  • Lead is absorbed primarily by inhalation or ingestion. (cdc.gov)
  • Inhalation of FSD is a potential hazard to workers inasmuch as respirable crystalline silica causes silicosis, and levels of FSD at drilling work sites have exceeded occupational exposure limits set by OSHA. (cdc.gov)
  • Multiple mechanisms have been proposed to explain how lead intoxication impairs the cardiovascular system and leads to hypertension. (hindawi.com)
  • Thus, the data identify what we believe to be a novel hypothalamic cell population potentially important for understanding hypertension and indicate developmental hypothyroidism as an epigenetic risk factor for cardiovascular disorders. (jci.org)
  • Because lead easily crosses the placenta, elevated lead levels in pregnancy have been associated with gestational hypertension, spontaneous abortion, low birth weight, and impaired neurodevelopment. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • Although rare, lead toxicity in pregnant women is associated with gestational hypertension, spontaneous abortion, low birth weight, and impaired neurodevelopment. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • The constant stress and anxiety associated with a bad marriage can elevate blood pressure levels, which, when prolonged, can lead to chronic hypertension. (divorcesolicitors.com)
  • H 2 S has been described to participate in several physiological processes, such as neurotransmission, inflammation and immune reactions, gastrointestinal function, cancer development, and cardiovascular responses [ 20 , 28 , 29 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • Although children with lead exposure may have no apparent acute symptoms, even low levels of lead have been associated with learning, behavioral, and cognitive deficits. (cdc.gov)
  • Managing acute lead poisoning includes eliminating the exposure, providing supportive and symptomatic care, and quantifying lead exposure by checking BLLs. (cdc.gov)
  • These can be inhaled, ingested, or absorbed through the skin, leading to acute poisoning, neurological disorders, or an increased risk of cancer. (legalmatch.com)
  • [19] Lead poisoning may be acute (from intense exposure of short duration) or chronic (from repeat low-level exposure over a prolonged period), but the latter is much more common. (wikipedia.org)
  • A resurgence of interest in arsenic as a medicinal agent for the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemias, multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, and assorted resistant solid tumors may potentially contribute to increases in arsenic exposure. (medscape.com)
  • Adult and in utero exposure to higher, acute levels of mercury has been linked to mental retardation, seizures, blindness, and even death. (environmentamerica.org)
  • However, in many parts of the world (eg, regions of India and China), elevated levels of fluoride in groundwater result in chronic fluoride toxicity (fluorosis). (medscape.com)
  • Lead toxicity primarily targets the central nervous system. (cdc.gov)
  • The toxicity of lead comes from its ability to mimic other biologically important metals , most notably calcium , iron and zinc which act as cofactors in many enzymatic reactions. (wikidoc.org)
  • The amount of lead in the blood and tissues, as well as the time course of exposure, determine toxicity. (wikipedia.org)
  • 2 If blood lead levels are 45 micrograms/dL or higher, referral to a clinician experienced in managing lead toxicity and high-risk pregnancy is appropriate. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • Tobacco smoke is a source of exposure to thousands of toxic chemicals including lead, a chemical of longstanding public health concern. (cdc.gov)
  • [ 4 ] Potentially toxic levels of fluoride have also been found in well water in the US. (medscape.com)
  • This corrosion causes toxic lead to leach into our faucet water. (earthjustice.org)
  • The federal inspection, which continued into Tuesday, comes a week after two members of Congress wrote to Department of Labor Secretary Marty Walsh and requested an expedited review in response to a Tampa Bay Times investigation that found hundreds of workers had been exposed to extreme amounts of lead and toxic gases. (tampabay.com)
  • It has been known for centuries that lead is toxic to humans. (iasp-pain.org)
  • Because mercury is the most common contaminant in fish in the U.S., every state has set some sort of fish advisory due to unsafe levels of the toxic pollutant. (environmentamerica.org)
  • Staying in a toxic relationship can lead to various negative outcomes, including weight gain, heightened stress levels, and an increased risk of mental health disorders. (divorcesolicitors.com)
  • Noise exposure risks exist in just about every industry. (cdc.gov)
  • In all these cases, proper safety measures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), good work practices, and adherence to occupational exposure limits , can greatly reduce the risks. (legalmatch.com)
  • The researchers further stratified the analyses to calculate the cardiovascular and respiratory risks associated with each of the pollutants among patient subgroups including gender, race or ethnicity, age and socioeconomic factors, detailed in the study. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Risks to human health from ammunition-derived lead in Europe. (iasp-pain.org)
  • Methods and Findings: We obtained data on risk factor exposures from the National Health and Nutrition Survey and epidemiological studies, data on the number of cause-specific deaths from vital records adjusted for ill-defined codes, and data on relative risks from epidemiological studies and meta-analyses. (who.int)
  • Youths with secondhand smoke exposure had blood lead levels suggestive of the potential for adverse cognitive outcomes. (cdc.gov)
  • 1995. Levels and toxicities of selected inorganic and organic contaminants in a swamp environment. (cdc.gov)
  • Inorganic lead is a bluish gray metal valued since ancient times because of its useful properties (e.g., low melting point, pliability, and resistance to corrosion). (cdc.gov)
  • Biomarkers of microvascular health could then represent possible markers for the early detection of poor cardiovascular outcomes. (frontiersin.org)
  • Seeking professional help can lead to healthier relationships, reduced stress, and improved mental and physical health outcomes. (divorcesolicitors.com)
  • Main Outcomes and Measures: Prevalence of prenatal exposure to teratogens and prenatal care initiation by gestational week. (bvsalud.org)
  • WHO data reveal a sobering statistic: more than 2 million deaths worldwide in 2019 were attributed to chemical exposure, with lead exposure accounting for nearly half of these fatalities. (who.int)
  • Globally, in 2019, lead exposure further resulted in 21.7 million years lost to disability (disability-adjusted life years, or DALYs). (who.int)
  • 2019 ). Another study found that residents living in communities with more public and private green spaces reported lower levels of perceived stress (Ward Thompson et al. (springer.com)
  • The most common type of exposure is ingestion of products that contain fluoride. (medscape.com)
  • The most common source of lead exposure is ingestion of old lead paint. (cleanwaterfund.org)
  • Following ingestion, lead is able to bind to and interact with many of the same enzymes as these are metals, but due to its differing chemistry, does not properly function as a co-factor, thus interfering with the enzyme's ability to catalyze its normal reaction(s). (wikidoc.org)
  • B. Examination by physician A physician performed and recorded the results of a medical examination giving special attention to specified findings related to nutrition, to hearing, to the thyroid gland,and to the cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological and musculoskeletal systems. (cdc.gov)
  • The PPE is used to collect an athlete's medical history, musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiovascular examination to determine clearance for sports participation which has being used in both the professional level and can be used in the lower divisions such as collegiate athletes. (thesportjournal.org)
  • Capillary lead levels ≥3.5 µg/dL require confirmatory testing with a venous blood level to rule out contamination. (cdc.gov)
  • Rice varies by type and origin, which contribute to both its nutritional content and potential level of arsenic contamination. (drfuhrman.com)
  • USA TODAY announced that an investigation across 50 states found almost 2,000 water systems have had high levels of lead contamination for the past four years. (friendsofwater.com)
  • A ventilation pipe is partially clogged by dust in 2021 at Gopher Resource, Florida's only lead factory. (tampabay.com)
  • In order to understand the risk of impulsive noise, specialized equipment is necessary to accurately characterize impulse noise exposure. (cdc.gov)
  • Excessive noise exposure can have serious implications for your health and well-being. (dibbos.com)
  • These regulations vary depending on the country and industry, but they generally establish permissible noise exposure limits and require employers to implement noise control measures. (dibbos.com)
  • This paper makes an important contribution to our understanding of the mechanisms of cardiovascular damage resulting from noise exposure. (medscape.com)
  • This leads to widespread abnormalities in cardiovascular control. (sfu.ca)
  • There has been a long ongoing debate on the inclusion and importance of cardiovascular analysis as a part of the PPE as cardiovascular abnormalities is a risk factor that predisposes collegiate athlete to sport injuries or even death. (thesportjournal.org)
  • The objective of the proposed project was to identify the clinical methods that most effectively assess cardiovascular abnormalities in intercollegiate athletes through a systematic review of existing published research studies in which cardiovascular abnormalities in intercollegiate athletes were included as measurement variables. (thesportjournal.org)
  • Lifelong exposure to high altitude leads to various adaptations affecting haemodynamics, cardiovascular control and cerebrovascular reactivity. (sfu.ca)
  • In addition to the well known motor and sensory consequences of spinal cord injury, descending cardiovascular pathways can also be affected. (sfu.ca)
  • Formerly, the most important exposure pathways were occupational exposure, water from lead plumbing, paints, petrol additives and foods. (iasp-pain.org)
  • There are laws on the books designed to protect us from lead and other harmful contaminants in our drinking water. (earthjustice.org)
  • Occupational exposure refers to an employee's contact with harmful physical, chemical, or biological agents in the workplace due to the nature of their job. (legalmatch.com)
  • People should be conscious of the air quality in the region where they live to avoid harmful exposure over long periods of time, if possible," said Mahdieh Danesh Yazdi, Pharm.D., M.P.H., Ph.D., a post-doctoral research fellow at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and lead author of the study. (sciencedaily.com)
  • 1996). The California Environmental Protection Agency has estimated that 46,000 (range, 22,700-69,600) excess cardiac deaths in the United States each year are attributable to secondhand-smoke exposure at home and in the workplace (Cal EPA, 2005b). (nationalacademies.org)
  • In 2013, lead is believed to have resulted in 853,000 deaths worldwide. (wikipedia.org)
  • Lead is ubiquitous in U.S. urban environments because of the widespread use of lead compounds in industry, gasoline, and paints during the 1900s ( 1--3 ). (cdc.gov)
  • A total of 18 experts, including academics and practitioners in the field, shed light on the various health impacts of lead exposure. (who.int)
  • As we become increasingly aware of the substantial threat that noise poses to public health, a clear understanding of the mechanisms of damage is critical to efforts focused on minimizing cardiovascular health impacts," added Neitzel, who wasn't involved in the review. (medscape.com)
  • Detection of lead in two capillary ‡‡ blood specimens from a child less than 16 years old at or above the reference value of 3.5 μg/dL that are collected within 12 weeks of each other. (cdc.gov)
  • In the most affected district, the average level of blood lead levels was nine times above the US average, with some young children having levels that were twenty times higher , a level which can cause severe neurological damage and death. (earth.org)
  • Analyzing data from 2016-2018, the American Lung Association found major declines in air quality, including increases in ground-level ozone. (wikipedia.org)
  • In 2016, a study found that levels of nitrogen oxides had plummeted over the previous decade, due to better regulations, economic shifts, and technological innovations. (wikipedia.org)
  • Geometric mean levels of blood lead are presented for increasing levels of tobacco smoke exposure. (cdc.gov)
  • A case-control study to determine risk factors for elevated blood lead levels in children - The Silver Valley, Idaho. (cdc.gov)
  • Multiple states have reported potential cases to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of high blood lead levels (BLLs) in children consuming recalled cinnamon-containing applesauce products that have high levels of lead. (cdc.gov)
  • CDC does not use the term "elevated blood lead levels" when recommending what actions to take based on a child's blood lead level (BLL). (cdc.gov)
  • CDC uses a blood lead reference value (BLRV) of 3.5 µg/dL to identify children with BLLs that are higher than most children's levels. (cdc.gov)
  • Since 1987, CDC has sponsored the state-based Adult Blood Lead Epidemiology and Surveillance (ABLES) program to track cases of elevated BLLs and provide intervention consultation and other assistance. (cdc.gov)
  • NaHS treatment blunted increases in systolic blood pressure, increased H 2 S plasmatic levels, and diminished whole-blood lead levels. (hindawi.com)
  • Lead poisoning is a medical condition, also known as saturnism , plumbism , or painter's colic caused by increased blood lead levels. (wikidoc.org)
  • blood lead levels once considered safe are now considered hazardous, with no known threshold. (wikidoc.org)
  • The blood-lead levels are considered dangerous by health standards but did not require workers to be removed from exposure under OSHA rules. (tampabay.com)
  • [7] Diagnosis is typically by measurement of the blood lead level . (wikipedia.org)
  • [20] Diagnosis and treatment of lead exposure are based on blood lead level (the amount of lead in the blood), measured in micrograms of lead per deciliter of blood (μg/dL). (wikipedia.org)
  • If a pregnant or lactating patient has a blood lead level of 5 micrograms/dL or higher, identify the source of lead exposure, counsel her about the importance of avoiding further exposure, recommend calcium (500 mg/d) and iron (60 mg/d) supplementation to help decrease lead levels, and order confirmatory and follow-up blood lead testing per the CDC's recommended schedule. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • In most cases, breastfeeding women with blood lead levels up to 40 micrograms/dL should continue breastfeeding. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • The ratio of breast milk lead levels to infant blood lead levels is reported to be less than 3%.3 If the mother's blood lead level is 40 mg/dL or higher, the mother should pump and discard her breast milk until her blood lead level has decreased to 40 micrograms/dL. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • Routine screening for elevated blood lead levels is not recommended. (contemporaryobgyn.net)
  • However, the same cannot be said for those living in middle- and low-income countries where blood lead levels remain dangerously high. (earth.org)
  • No safe blood lead level in children has been identified. (cdc.gov)
  • Reporting of blood lead test results by clinical laboratories to public health departments is the basis for surveillance for lead exposure. (cdc.gov)
  • It is mandated in all states, although states' reporting requirements vary related to age and blood lead level. (cdc.gov)
  • Many individuals receive more than one blood lead test over time. (cdc.gov)
  • State Adult Blood Lead Epidemiology and Surveillance (ABLES) Program Investigators. (cdc.gov)
  • Cadmium exposure has been associated with increased risk of stroke, heart failure, and cardiovascular mortality. (cdc.gov)
  • These findings support previous research on how nature exposure is related to stress recovery and varies by dosage, leading to better understanding toward landscape design. (springer.com)
  • Since this newly discovered cell group is predicted to play a role in regulating cardiovascular function, these findings suggest that developmental hypothyroidism may be the cause of cardiovascular disorders later in life. (jci.org)
  • The Florida Panther Society found that chronic exposure to mercury may be a significant factor responsible for lower than expected population densities of panthers in large portions of their range, and is likely contributing to the extinction of this endangered animal. (environmentamerica.org)
  • These observational studies were unable to determine whether insomnia is a cause, or if it is just associated with them, explained Susanna Larsson, Ph.D., lead study author and associate professor of cardiovascular and nutritional epidemiology at Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Empirical evidence has revealed positive relationships between exposure to various forms of nature and human health. (springer.com)
  • The lead industry, including Gopher, is regulated by an antiquated framework, which hasn't been updated since 1978, despite mounting medical evidence demonstrating that the rules don't adhere to modern science. (tampabay.com)
  • Long-term exposure to fluoride through elevated levels in drinking water leads to skeletal and dental fluorosis. (medscape.com)
  • Long-term exposure to fluoride in drinking water stimulates osteoblastic bone formation, particularly in cancellous bone, and at low levels (1.00-1.06 ppm), this decreases the risk of overall fractures. (medscape.com)
  • There was an increased risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation associated with long-term exposure to nitrogen dioxide. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Studies have shown that long-term exposure to relationship stress is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular problems, such as heart attacks and strokes. (divorcesolicitors.com)
  • Despite remediation efforts in housing and the environment and declining smoking rates and secondhand smoke exposure in the United States, tobacco smoke continues to be a substantial source of exposure to lead in vulnerable populations and the population in general. (cdc.gov)
  • Avoid exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke - make your home and car 100% smoke-free. (canada.ca)
  • The actual standards for pollutant levels defining "attainment" and "non-attainment" areas for compliance purposes for six major pollutants are the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. (wikipedia.org)
  • Using hundreds of predictors, including meteorological values, satellite measurements and land use to estimate daily levels of pollutants, researchers calculated the study participants' exposure to the pollutants based upon their residential zip code. (sciencedaily.com)
  • More than half of the study population is exposed to low levels of these pollutants, according to U.S. benchmarks, therefore, the long-term health impact of these pollutants should be a serious concern for all, including policymakers, clinicians and patients. (sciencedaily.com)
  • A decrease in many societal and economic activities during the pandemic led to a decrease in emissions and subsequent levels of certain air pollutants. (europa.eu)
  • An EPA investigation found ASARCO violated the Clean Air Act by failing to control hazardous air pollutants like arsenic and lead spewing from the Hayden smelter. (courthousenews.com)
  • ASARCO will install new ventilation hoods to capture hot flue gases from its furnaces and operate several ambient air monitors in and around Hayden to track levels of pollutants, according to the Justice Department. (courthousenews.com)
  • Following exposure to RBCEVs, the macrophages had decreased levels of proteins that promote inflammation, suggesting the potential use of RBCEVs to alleviate conditions associated with excessive inflammation. (news-medical.net)
  • Frostbite occurs due to the inflammation of small blood vessels in the skin after exposure to cold temperatures. (bibalex.org)
  • Final Report: Multisite lead and cadmium exposure study with biological markers incorporated. (cdc.gov)
  • 1991. Epidemiological study of cadmium and lead in the hair of ceramists and dental personnel. (cdc.gov)
  • Modulation of tissue trace metal concentrations in weanling rats fed different levels of zinc and exposed to oral lead and cadmium. (cdc.gov)
  • Heavy metals such as cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) are not readily excreted by the body and elevated levels have been noted post exposure. (cdc.gov)
  • McGill University researchers are leading an international team whose goal is to create a framework to help governments in the U.S. and around the world assess and prioritize remediation strategies for orphaned oil and gas wells. (enn.com)
  • The Norwegian Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet) has requested the Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food Safety (VKM) to assess the significance of lead exposure to the Norwegian population by consumption of game meat including meat from farmed deer, when the animals are shot with lead-based ammunition. (vkm.no)
  • Finally, VKM was asked to assess the significance of lead exposure to the health of dogs if they were fed with trimmings from the wound channel. (vkm.no)
  • Dust and dirt are key sources of contact with substances such as lead, which can affect children's development even at low levels of exposure. (canada.ca)
  • 2) The leading exposure source in children in the United States is lead-based paint dust in houses built before 1978. (cdc.gov)
  • The results suggested that gender and duration of exposure to virtual natural landscapes impacted stress recovery. (springer.com)
  • The effect differs according to the temperatures, the clothes one wears in different weather conditions, and the duration of exposure to these conditions. (bibalex.org)
  • [10] [11] Sometimes simple and inexpensive changes can result in substantially lower noise levels, requiring less resources than a hearing loss prevention program. (cdc.gov)
  • What we recommend to mothers in general is that no level of smoke exposure is safe," said study lead author Bernard Fuemmeler, Ph.D., M.P.H., associate director for population science and interim co-leader of the Cancer Prevention and Control program at VCU Massey Cancer Center. (eurekalert.org)
  • Lead exposure and prevention advisory committee (LEPAC) meeting 5_14_21 Transcript. (cdc.gov)
  • My wish is that noise is getting now accepted as a cardiovascular risk factor like smoking, diabetes, and high cholesterol, and that this is pinned down also (for example) in the prevention guidelines," Münzel said. (medscape.com)
  • Pb-intoxication increased oxidative stress in rats, while treatment with NaHS blunted increases in plasmatic MDA levels and increased antioxidant status of plasma. (hindawi.com)
  • State partners tested multiple lots of the reported products, and test results indicated the products contained extremely high levels of lead. (cdc.gov)
  • In environments such as factories or industrial plants, workers are often exposed to high levels of noise from machinery and equipment. (legalmatch.com)
  • The visit follows a Times investigation that found hundreds of workers exposed to high levels of poisons. (tampabay.com)
  • They found that the wells with almost no arsenic in the water also contained high levels of sulphate-reducing bacteria, which convert the arsenic into a solid, where it drops out of the water. (environmentreport.org)
  • Prolonged exposure to high levels of noise can lead to hearing loss, tinnitus, and other auditory disorders. (dibbos.com)
  • exposure to high levels of blood sugar over decades can be damaging to their health. (moneyexpert.com)
  • Men with moderate or high levels of vital exhaustion were found to have nearly three times the risk of a heart attack within five years. (earth.com)
  • While some of the molecular mechanisms underlying the hormone's central control of metabolism have been identified, its actions in the central cardiovascular control have remained enigmatic. (jci.org)
  • V.E. Claydon and A.V. Krassioukov (2007) Clinical correlates of frequency analyses of cardiovascular control after spinal cord injury. (sfu.ca)
  • Lead is a highly poisonous metal and can affect almost every organ in the body and the nervous system. (cleanwaterfund.org)
  • For example, the use of vehicles declined during lockdowns and this led to lower nitrogen dioxide concentrations in many cities across Europe . (europa.eu)
  • The report provides insights into the landscape of the nitrogen dioxide industry at the global level. (imarcgroup.com)
  • When cotinine levels were higher, the newborns were more likely to have epigenetic "marks" on genes that control the development of brain function, as well as genes related to diabetes and cancer. (eurekalert.org)
  • At higher levels, however (≥4.32 ppm), fluoride can decrease cortical bone mineral density and increase skeletal fragility, leading to increased fracture risk. (medscape.com)
  • These stickers bear the message "Lead-Free Kids: Tall, Smart, and Healthier - Think of Lead Exposure" and depict illustrations of fruits and vegetables that decrease lead absorption in the blood. (who.int)
  • According to the US Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), a quiet zone is a railroad grade crossing at which trains are prohibited from sounding their horns in order to decrease the noise level for nearby residential communities. (tippcityohio.gov)
  • Nighttime noise has also been shown to decrease sleep quality and increase stress hormone levels. (medscape.com)
  • Their relation to susceptibility especially to lead nephrotoxicity in high lead-exposed workers has been established. (wikidoc.org)