From lead poisoning to cardiac deaths
If left unaddressed, lead poisoning will substantially strain Bangladesh's already challenged healthcare system.
1y ago
Ladies, take a note. The cosmetics you use may contain lead!
Cosmetics, generally known as makeup care products, are used to restore and enhance the appearance of the human body, particularly the face. But recent studies from Bangladesh and India have reported moderate to high amounts of lead in many cosmetics, including lipsticks and religious powders. Dermal exposure to lead does not pose a risk; however, mouth-to-fingers exposure contaminated by the way of touching the skin poses a risk.
1y ago
Lead poisoning: The next big threat for Bangladesh
Bangladesh is grappling with one of the largest cases of lead poisoning in history.
2y ago
Lead poisoning Ravaging a nation
In the eighth five-year plan, the government has set a target of raising GDP. After reaching the goal by 2024, the second
2y ago
Lead poisoning and stunting in Bangladesh: a missing link
Long-term malnutrition might at first seem like a medical condition and its remedial measures easy, using balanced diet, appropriate for age, along
3y ago
Lead: Killer in the kitchen
Lead is a silent killer. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified lead as one of the leading chemicals of concern to public health, and the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation estimates that lead exposure caused nearly one million global deaths and accounts for more than 20 million years of healthy life lost in 2019.
3y ago
Recycled lead-acid battery putting Bangladesh in danger
More than a million battery-operated auto-rickshaws sprang up out of nowhere in Bangladesh and are now being used by millions of people every day.
3y ago
Eradicate lead to have a prosperous generation
Today, as we all are confronting serious health risks from environmental pollution and hazardous materials, children are not exempted. Over 40%
3y ago
September 16, 2023
From lead poisoning to cardiac deaths
If left unaddressed, lead poisoning will substantially strain Bangladesh's already challenged healthcare system.
June 18, 2023
Ladies, take a note. The cosmetics you use may contain lead!
Cosmetics, generally known as makeup care products, are used to restore and enhance the appearance of the human body, particularly the face. But recent studies from Bangladesh and India have reported moderate to high amounts of lead in many cosmetics, including lipsticks and religious powders. Dermal exposure to lead does not pose a risk; however, mouth-to-fingers exposure contaminated by the way of touching the skin poses a risk.
October 24, 2022
Lead poisoning: The next big threat for Bangladesh
Bangladesh is grappling with one of the largest cases of lead poisoning in history.
December 31, 2021
Lead poisoning Ravaging a nation
In the eighth five-year plan, the government has set a target of raising GDP. After reaching the goal by 2024, the second
March 28, 2021
Lead poisoning and stunting in Bangladesh: a missing link
Long-term malnutrition might at first seem like a medical condition and its remedial measures easy, using balanced diet, appropriate for age, along
February 28, 2021
Lead: Killer in the kitchen
Lead is a silent killer. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified lead as one of the leading chemicals of concern to public health, and the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation estimates that lead exposure caused nearly one million global deaths and accounts for more than 20 million years of healthy life lost in 2019.
February 7, 2021
Recycled lead-acid battery putting Bangladesh in danger
More than a million battery-operated auto-rickshaws sprang up out of nowhere in Bangladesh and are now being used by millions of people every day.
January 3, 2021
Eradicate lead to have a prosperous generation
Today, as we all are confronting serious health risks from environmental pollution and hazardous materials, children are not exempted. Over 40%
December 27, 2020
Immunity boosting turmeric: Is Lead a concern?
Turmeric is an important ingredient in many South Asian dishes and is commonly used throughout the region for its rich flavour and medicinal properties.
December 13, 2020
Get the lead out!
Lead is a toxic metal in the globe. It is one of the most ubiquitously spread toxic metals due to thousands of years of use in many applications.
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