Geogenic thallium and lead pollution in soils and potential risk of toxicity: A report from Iran
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| April 2015 | 420 world but lower than natural Chinese soils and Canadian guidelines.[3,5,9] There have been some attempts to establish guidance for preventive measures related to lead pollution and toxicity in Iran. Physicians should be aware of potential consequences related to chronic thallium and lead toxicities in some regions. Sporadic refractory lead toxicities could also be associated with geogenic exposure. Further studies are needed to determine the extent of health impact of geogenic thallium and lead exposures in the area.
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