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Lead, mercury in blood raises cholesterol levels, says study
People with the highest level of lead had 56 per cent greater odds of having higher total cholesterol.
Chemical in cigarette smoke may damage vision
Researchers found that higher levels of cadmium in the blood were associated with diminished contrast sensitivity.
Second-hand plastic toys could pose health risks to kids
Scientists from the University of Plymouth in the UK analysed 200 used plastic toys which they found in homes, nurseries and charity shops.
There may be toxic levels of lead in drinking glasses, says study
Researchers find lead and cadmium on surface of glasses and rims, with 1,000 times higher concentrations.
Most infant food contain arsenic, says study
Large amount of baby food products contain dangerous chemicals, a new study has found.
Are you harming your toddler with baby foods?
Out of the products analysed, they found that 65 percent contained arsenic, 58 percent contained cadmium, 36 percent contained lead.
Substance found in tobacco, shellfish ups risk of womb cancer
Experts say cadmium which mimics estrogen in body increases risk of cancer by 22%