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Mercury (Hg) is a neurotoxic heavy metal found in various consumer products and environmental sources, making it a major public health concern. Its regulation is critical to protect vulnerable populations from long-term health effects, such as neurological impairment and cardiovascular disease. The HMTC program ensures that products meet the highest standards for mercury safety.

The U.S. lacks enforceable standards for arsenic in food, and efforts to mitigate exposure face regulatory gaps. Recommendations include stricter limits, prioritizing high-exposure foods, and better public communication.

New regulations limit arsenic levels in rice and rice-based products to reduce health risks, particularly for children. Stricter monitoring is needed to ensure compliance and protect vulnerable populations.

The study highlights the link between elevated blood arsenic levels and increased risk of type 2 diabetes, especially in coal-burning regions of Guizhou. The findings stress the importance of reducing exposure to arsenic and the synergistic effect of smoking.

This study reveals that chronic arsenic exposure disrupts insulin secretion and glucose tolerance, without causing insulin resistance, indicating a direct effect on pancreatic β-cell function.

This systematic review highlights the association between arsenic exposure and cardiovascular disease, especially in low-to-moderate exposure scenarios. It stresses the need for stricter regulations and better public health interventions.

This study identifies arsenic-induced skin lesions in Ethiopia, highlighting the risks posed by well water, smoking, and khat chewing. It emphasizes the need for targeted health interventions in affected areas.

Prenatal exposure to arsenic in public water, even below the EPA’s MCL, is linked to adverse birth outcomes. These findings call for stricter water quality regulations and improved community health strategies.

This systematic review shows a strong inverse relationship between arsenic exposure and cognitive function in children, highlighting the need for interventions to reduce exposure and protect children’s cognitive health.

The review explores the impact of arsenic contamination in rice and drinking water on human cognitive health, particularly in children. It emphasizes the need for stricter regulations and more research into long-term effects.