Lead and Mercury Exposure and Related Health Problems in Metal Artisan Workplaces and High-Risk Household Contacts in Thimphu, Bhutan
Background. Metal artisans have been using lead and mercury in their settings for centuries. Exposure to these toxic heavy metals causes adverse health effects. We assessed the occupational exposure of metal artisans and their high-risk household contacts at Thimphu, Bhutan. Methods. A cross-section...
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Main Authors: | Adeep Monger, Karma Wangdi |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2020-01-01
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Series: | The Scientific World Journal |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/9267181 |
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