Health consequences of exposure to e-waste: a systematic review
Kristen Grant,Fiona C Goldizen,Peter D. Sly,Marie-Noel Brune,Maria Neira,Martin van den Berg,Rosana E. Norman,Rosana E. Norman +7 more
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In this article, the authors systematically searched five electronic databases (PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, PsycNET, and CINAHL) for studies assessing the association between exposure to e-waste and outcomes related to mental health and neurodevelopment, physical health, education, and violence and criminal behaviour, from Jan 1, 1965 to Dec 17, 2012, and yielded 2274 records.About:
This article is published in The Lancet Global Health.The article was published on 2013-12-01 and is currently open access. It has received 476 citations till now. The article focuses on the topics: Environmental exposure & Thyroid function.read more
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Evaluation of Heavy Metals in Vegetables from Contaminated Agricultural Soils of Madhyapur Thimi, Bhaktapur District, Nepal and their Potential Health Risk Assessment
Anuska Sharma,Bijaya K. Adhikari,Mahesh Shrestha,Dipesh Raj Pant,Bindra Devi Shakya,Achut Ram Pradhananga,Sudarshana Shakya,Pawan Raj Shakya +7 more
TL;DR: In this article , the authors used flame atomic absorption spectrophotometer (FAAS) to determine Cd, Cr, Cu, Pb, and Zn concentrations in five vegetables viz., Coriander (Coriandrum sativum), Mustard (Brassica campestris), Radish (Raphanus sativus), Spinach (Spinacea oleracea) and Chinese spinach (Amaranthus dubius), and their growing soils in three agricultural sites (Manohara, Bode and Nagadesh) of Madhyapur Thimi, Bhaktapur district and to assess health risks using USEPA deterministic approaches.
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Karadeniz Teknik Üniversitesi Meslek Yüksek Okulları, Mühendislik ve Teknoloji Fakülteleri Akademisyenlerinin Elektronik Atıklar ve Bu Atıkların İnsan ve Çevre Sağlığına Etkileri Hakkındaki Bilgi Düzeyleri ve Düşünceleri
TL;DR: In this article , the authors examined the knowledge levels and thoughts of academicians about e-waste also, the effects of ewaste on human and environmental health, and the importance of policies, training programs and interventions to be implemented in order to increase individual awareness and create desired behaviors.
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Understanding the Critical Role of E-Waste Repurposing in the Delivery of a Green or Circular Economy for Emerging Economies
TL;DR: In this paper , the authors highlight the critical role of e-waste repurposing towards the delivery of a green or circular economy for emerging economies and make significant policy suggestions for consideration.
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Regarding Electronic Waste (e-waste) Management Among Users of Electronic Equipments Living in Lucknow City
TL;DR: In this article , a cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among users of electronic equipment living in the Lucknow City of Uttar Pradesh to assess the knowledge, attitude and practices regarding the management of electronic waste among users living in this city.
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Assessment of the Awareness Level of E-waste and Factors That Influence Informal Recycling: A Case Study of E-waste Pickers in Local Municipality—Gauteng Province
TL;DR: In this article , a qualitative study design data was gathered through semistructured interviews to create awareness about informal recycling negative impact on the environment and suggest solution to create a solution to the problem of e-waste.
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