40pc children in seven cities have lead in their blood, study finds

ISLAMABAD: Four in 10 children aged 12-36 months living in high-risk areas of seven cities in Pakistan were found to have lead metal in their blood, according to a new study by the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination and Unicef. Lead exposure can stunt growth, cause anaemia, and weaken the immune system, while also lowering IQ, reducing attention span, and impairing memory, raising the risk of learning difficulties and behavioural problems, Unicef announced on ...

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