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environment21 days ago•28 min saved

Hair Evidence Confirms Leaded Gas Ban Cut Public Lead Exposure

A University of Utah study analyzed 100-year hair samples from Salt Lake City residents and found lead levels were high before EPA rules on leaded gasoline, then declined sharply after the regulations: about 50 ppm in the 1970s dropping to ~10 ppm in the 1990s, with post-2020 averages around 13 ppm. The findings support the public-health benefits of banning leaded fuel, though leaded aviation fuel and other sources still exist globally (e.g., Algeria only fully banned by 2021, and roughly a quarter-million airplanes still use leaded gas).

via The Autopian|

#environment #environmental-regulation #epa

science4 months ago•2 min saved

Lead Exposure Impacted Brain and Language Development in Early Humans and Neanderthals

A study suggests that natural lead exposure over two million years ago may have influenced brain and language development in early humans and Neanderthals, with modern humans potentially evolving genetic adaptations that protected against lead's toxic effects, thereby enhancing communication and survival.

via Archaeology News Online Magazine|

#brain-development #human-evolution #language-evolution

science4 months ago•3 min saved

The Surprising Role of Lead Poisoning in Human Evolution

Research shows that ancient human ancestors were exposed to high levels of lead, which may have influenced brain development and social behaviors, giving modern humans an evolutionary advantage, particularly in language and communication, potentially contributing to their survival over Neanderthals.

via Yahoo|

#ancient-fossils #brain-development #human-evolution

science4 months ago•2 min saved

Ancient Lead Exposure and Its Role in Human Brain Evolution

A study suggests that ancient lead exposure may have helped modern humans evolve by affecting brain development and social behavior, giving them an advantage over Neanderthals, who had different genetic responses to lead.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#brain-development #genetics #human-evolution

science4 months ago•3 min saved

Ancient Lead Exposure and Its Role in Human Brain Evolution

Lab-grown mini-brains with Neanderthal and modern human genes suggest that intermittent lead exposure may have influenced brain development and survival differences between the species, potentially impacting language and social cohesion. The study highlights how environmental factors like lead pollution, present in ancient times, could have played a role in human evolution.

via The Times|

#brain-evolution #genetics #lead-exposure

science4 months ago•3 min saved

Ancient Lead Exposure and Its Impact on Human Evolution and Success

A study suggests that natural lead exposure over millions of years may have provided early humans with a neurological advantage over Neanderthals, possibly influencing the development of language and survival traits, while also highlighting the complex role of environmental toxins in human evolution.

via ScienceAlert|

#fossil-teeth #genetic-adaptation #human-evolution

public-safety9 months ago•0 min saved

Over 100,000 Amazon Kitchen Faucets Recalled for Lead Contamination

Kicimpro has recalled certain kitchen faucets sold on Amazon due to dangerous lead levels that pose a risk to young children, as part of efforts by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to protect consumers from hazardous products.

via U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (.gov)|

#amazon #kicimpro #kitchen-faucets

public-safety9 months ago•0 min saved

Over 100,000 Amazon Kitchen Faucets Recalled for Lead Contamination

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled BASDEHEN brand kitchen faucets sold on Amazon by Chenfeng Store due to dangerous lead levels that pose a risk to young children. The recall aims to prevent lead exposure and protect public health.

via U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (.gov)|

#amazon #cpsc #kitchen-faucets

public-safety9 months ago•0 min saved

Over 100,000 Amazon Kitchen Faucets Recalled for Lead Contamination

VFAUOSIT brand kitchen faucets sold on Amazon by Whisper08 have been recalled due to dangerous lead levels that pose a risk to young children, as part of efforts by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to protect consumers from hazardous products.

via U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (.gov)|

#amazon #consumer-safety #kitchen-faucets

health1 year ago•5 min saved

Leaded Gas Exposure Linked to Mental Health Risks for Gen X

A study links childhood exposure to leaded gasoline to 151 million excess cases of mental illness in the U.S., particularly affecting those born between 1966 and 1986. The research suggests that lead exposure from car exhaust has significantly contributed to increased rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Although the study establishes an association rather than causation, it highlights the long-term mental health impacts of lead exposure, which was prevalent before leaded gasoline was banned in 1996. The findings underscore the ongoing risks of lead exposure from other sources like water pipes and old paint.

via Medscape|

#generation-x #health #lead-exposure

health1 year ago•4 min saved

Leaded Gasoline Linked to 150 Million Mental Health Disorders in the U.S.

A recent study reveals that exposure to leaded gasoline has significantly impacted the mental health of Americans, with an estimated 151 million cases of psychiatric disorders linked to lead exposure from car exhaust. The research highlights that individuals born before 1996, particularly during the 1960s and 1970s, experienced higher rates of mental health issues due to lead's neurotoxic effects. Despite the 1996 ban on leaded gasoline, the legacy of lead exposure continues to affect public health, prompting ongoing efforts to mitigate its impact.

via Earth.com|

#health #lead-exposure #leaded-gasoline

health1 year ago•4 min saved

Study Links Leaded Gasoline to Millions of Mental Health Disorders

A study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry estimates that exposure to lead in gasoline has resulted in 151 million excess cases of mental health disorders in the U.S. over the past 75 years. The research highlights the significant impact of environmental toxins on mental health, particularly for those born between 1966 and 1986, when leaded gasoline use was at its peak. Despite the ban on leaded gasoline in 1996, lead exposure remains a concern from other sources, emphasizing the need for continued prevention efforts.

via NBC News|

#child-development #environmental-impact #health

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Lead Exposure from Gasoline Linked to Gen X Mental Health Crisis

A study in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry links mental health issues in Generation X to childhood exposure to lead from leaded gasoline. Researchers estimate that over half of the U.S. population was exposed to neurotoxic levels of lead, contributing to 151 million cases of psychiatric disorders over 75 years. The study highlights the significant impact of lead on brain development and mental health, though it does not establish causation and focuses solely on gasoline-related exposure.

via Fortune|

#gen-x #health #lead-exposure

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Leaded Gasoline Tied to 150 Million US Mental Health Cases

A study links childhood lead exposure from leaded gasoline, prevalent between 1960 and 1990, to 151 million excess mental illness cases by 2015, with Generation X most affected. This highlights the long-term public health impact of environmental toxins and the need for proactive regulation to prevent similar issues.

via Neuroscience News|

#environmental-toxins #generation-x #health

entertainment1 year ago•4 min saved

Beyoncé Crowned Top Pop Star of the Century, Sparking Swift Fan Outrage

Beyoncé has been named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard, highlighting her 25 years of influence and success. Meanwhile, an 'arctic blast' is bringing cold temperatures and snow to the Northeast, and a study links lead exposure from gasoline to 151 million mental health diagnoses in the U.S. In other news, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces potential impeachment over martial law declaration, and the NFL has suspended Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair for a late hit.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#beyonce #billboard #entertainment