Analysis of breast milk to assess exposure to chlorinated contaminants in Kazakhstan: sources of 2, 3, 7, 8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) exposures in an agricultural region of southern Kazakhstan

Article Abstract:

The amount of tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) in breast milk is examined, focusing on how TCDD has contaminated breast milk and animal-derived foodstuffs. Research suggests that cotton defoliants used in foodstuff manufacturing are contaminated with TCDD, thereby contaminating animal-derived food.

Kazakhstan, Environmental aspects, Contamination, Dioxin, Dioxins, Animal food, Defoliants

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Breast milk monitoring programs (BMMPs): worldwide early warning system for polyhalogenated POPs and for targeting studies in children's environmental health

Article Abstract:

The use of breast milk monitoring programs (BMMP) may be an effective way to monitor infants' intake of polychlorinated persistent organic pollutants (POPs). The composition of breast milk, the hazardous effects of POPs, and the health function of BMMPs are discussed.

Research, Composition, Breast feeding

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The other side of the coin: too much water

Article Abstract:

An examination is presented on the negative effects of flooding on safe water supplies. Threats include flooding from storm water, which carries toxins it comes in contact with into reservoirs, wells and ruptured water mains.

Evaluation, Water-supply, Water supply, Drinking water, Floods

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