Article
Pediatrics
Joseph M. Braun, Kimberly Yolton, Nicholas Newman, David E. Jacobs, Mark Taylor, Bruce P. Lanphear
Summary: The study found that the EPA's residential dust lead regulations place children at increased risk of lead poisoning, with the 2019 post-abatement lead clearance standards associated with higher risk compared to dust lead hazard standards. Extrapolating the findings to US children, it was estimated that the 2019 EPA standards could put up to 36,700 children at risk of lead poisoning.
PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Urban Studies
Daniel C. Farrell, Alexis Kuerbis, Ashwin Parulkar, Matthew Preda, Marisol Toledo-Liz, Renee Fuller
Summary: This study reassessed the risks predicting homelessness among families in New York City, and identified five indicators that increased odds of entering shelters among Homebase family clients. The study also identified two groups most likely to enter shelters, with high rates of experiences in institutions or shelters and frequent moving. It recommends implementing a state program to address risks that children of single mothers face.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
G. P. Lobo, B. Kalyan, A. J. Gadgil
Summary: This study successfully predicted elevated Blood Lead Levels in large groups of children using machine learning and aggregated data, showing high accuracy. It has the potential to identify geographical hotspots with significantly large occurrence of elevated lead blood levels in children.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYGIENE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Stephanie Vandentorren, Gilles Brabant, Lisbeth Spanjers, Stephane Coudret, Sahar Haidar, Aude Mondeilh, Gaelle Gault, Marylene Comba, Anne Etchevers
Summary: A study conducted in Charente-France assessed lead exposure in traveller children aged 9 months to 18 years. Questionnaires and blood samples were collected, and it was found that 40 children suffered from lead poisoning. Boys aged 11-14 and participating in at-risk activities had higher blood lead levels. The study suggests reinforcing lead poisoning screening for all traveller children.
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Environmental Sciences
L. Ortiz, A. Mustafa, P. Herreros Cantis, T. McPhearson
Summary: This study maps the overlapping heat and COVID-19 risks in New York City using a multi-hazard risk framework. The results highlight regions where high social vulnerability, COVID-19 infection rates, and heat coincide. Some of these high-risk locations account for nearly a quarter of the city's population, with households earning less than half than those in the lowest risk zones.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Scott Latham, Jennifer L. Jennings
Summary: The study examines the level and distribution of lead in school drinking water in New York City, showing that although remediation efforts have reduced lead exposure, there are still persistent racial disparities. The results demonstrate the promise of such efforts in reducing lead levels in schools, while also highlighting the ongoing challenges in eradicating lead exposure and addressing racial disparities.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Saeed Samarghandian, Farshad M. Shirazi, Farhad Saeedi, Babak Roshanravan, Ali Mohammad Pourbagher-Shahri, Emad Yeganeh Khorasani, Tahereh Farkhondeh, Jan Olav Aaseth, Mohammad Abdollahi, Omid Mehrpour
Summary: Lead is a highly toxic heavy metal with traditional medication, occupational exposure, and substance abuse being common sources of exposure. Symptoms in patients often include neurological, gastrointestinal, and hematological disorders. Treatment strategies involving chelating agents combined with prevention of environmental exposure may help reduce lead poisoning rates.
TOXICOLOGY AND APPLIED PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Eric G. Zhou, Amy Ellen Schwartz, Brian Elbel
Summary: This study finds that gentrification does not significantly affect the weight outcomes of New York City public school students living in public housing, except in Manhattan where it is associated with increased BMI z scores, obesity, and overweight. The findings suggest the need for targeted policies and interventions based on specific subpopulations and geographic areas.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jie Dong, Xiaoping Li
Summary: Despite the phasing out of leaded gasoline in 2000, China still faces issues with child lead poisoning. The average blood lead levels of children in China remain above the safe limit, causing significant health problems. The Chinese government should develop stricter guidelines and implement effective policies to prevent and manage blood lead poisoning.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wyatt M. Champion, Adaline M. Buerck, Christopher Nenninger, Korede Yusuf, Luke J. P. Barrett, Lova Rakototarisoa, Rinah Rakotondrazaka, Katherine Alfredo, Jeffrey Cunningham, Mahmooda Khaliq, James R. Mihelcic
Summary: One-third of children globally have blood lead levels exceeding the US CDC reference value of 5 µg/dL, with higher rates in low- and middle-income countries. Lead exposure occurs through various routes, and informal economies contribute to lead exposures in LMICs. A study in Toamasina, Madagascar found lead exposure from Pb-containing components in manually operated pumps, and identified several risk factors associated with elevated blood lead levels.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Stefanie A. Joseph, Yueh-Hsiu Mathilda Chiu, Kathlene Tracy
Summary: This study analyzed the risk factors for inappropriate and appropriate opioid use using data from the 2013-2014 NYC Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. The results show that younger age, male gender, lack of physical activity, former smoking, past cocaine and/or heroin use, and diagnosis of depression/anxiety are significantly associated with inappropriate opioid use. Furthermore, the association between no physical activity and inappropriate opioid use is stronger among females with lower education levels.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Duleeka Knipe, Paul Moran, Laura D. Howe, Piumee Bandara, Kolitha Wickramage, David Gunnell, Thilini Rajapakse
Summary: The study investigated the association between experiencing parental emigration in childhood and hospital presentations for self-poisoning in adulthood. The results showed no statistical evidence of an increased risk of self-poisoning in individuals who experienced parental emigration during childhood. Further research using longitudinal data is needed to understand any potential lasting effects.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Anne E. Nigra, Wil Lieberman-Cribbin, Benjamin C. Bostick, Steven N. Chillrud, Daniel Carrion
Summary: This study assessed the number and proportion of potential lead water service lines in New York City, and found that the proportion of Hispanic/Latino residents and the vulnerability of children to lead exposure were associated with potential lead service lines.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERSPECTIVES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Laurence Maurice, Fiorella Barraza, Isalyne Blondet, Michele Ho-A-Chuck, Jessy Tablon, Paul Brousse, Magalie Demar, Eva Schreck
Summary: High lead levels were detected in the blood of Amerindian people in French Guiana, mainly attributed to the consumption of manioc-based food and occasional exposure to lead bullets. This specific health issue is concerning as these communities also have high levels of mercury. The farming practice of growing manioc may pose serious health risks for child development, affecting their food balance and cultural cohesion.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amivi Oleko, Marie Pecheux, Abdesattar Saoudi, Abdelkrim Zeghnoun, Marion Hulin, Melina Le Barbier, Celine Menard, Sebastien Denys, Clemence Fillol
Summary: Lead, a common environmental pollutant, poses a risk to both children and adults. Despite regulation, a high number of children still suffer from lead poisoning, mainly due to housing issues. Prevention efforts should not only focus on lead paints in old homes, but also on emerging sources of exposure from housing and other factors.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)