Lead exposure in the home environment: An overview of risks from cottage industries in Africa

•Acute and chronic lead exposures from cottage industries in Africa are highlighted.•Lead poisoning outbreaks at community and household level are described.•Health and safety regulations for those working in cottage industries is required.

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Published in:Neurotoxicology (Park Forest South) 2020-12, Vol.81, p.34-39
Main Authors: Mathee, Angela, Street, Renée, Teare, June, Naicker, Nisha
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Africa
Cottage industries
Environmental health
Lead exposure
Poverty
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Summary:•Acute and chronic lead exposures from cottage industries in Africa are highlighted.•Lead poisoning outbreaks at community and household level are described.•Health and safety regulations for those working in cottage industries is required.
ISSN:0161-813X
1872-9711
DOI:10.1016/j.neuro.2020.08.003