Topic: Lead Poisoning
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In Pictures: Some of the world's most polluted cities
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Reigning in lead poisoning in China
Battery factories in China have exposed nearby residents to high levels of lead. Even a free market optimist can see that there should be stricter regulations.
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Australian town confronts hidden costs of mining boom
The Australian mining boom has put food on the table for many communities like Mount Isa. But residents there are now suing the local mine’s owner and the government after tests showed their children had high levels of lead in their blood.
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Fewer dangerous toys on shelves – but safety still an issue
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has had 38 recalls for dangerous toys this year, down from 162 in 2008. But parents shopping for children this holiday season still need to be vigilant.
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In Pictures: Some of the world's most polluted cities
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Lead poisoning scandals highlight China's lack of oversight
Parents protest as tests show more than 2,000 children affected. Two new cases show that pollution regulations are often not enforced.
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End of toy story: Where do lead-tainted toys go?
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