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The influence of lifestyle choices (food, alcohol, smoking) on the blood concentration of Cd, Pb and Hg of newborns, adolescents and adults from Wallonia
examined the associations of Cd, total Hg and Pb with habitual intakes of fish and alcohol and other possible determinants such as age, sex and smoking. MATERIAL AND METHODS We analysed blood concentrations ...
Exposure to lead when manufacturing cookware from scrap metal: A public health threat in the artisanal sector in DR Congo
Abstract: AIM The objective of this study was to investigate the exposure to lead (Pb) among artisan workers manufacturing cookware from scrap metal and their community. METHODS We conducted a cross-sectional ...
The Impact of the covid-19 on satisfaction with social contacts
has caused a drastic change to our lifestyle and social contacts. This study investigates the impact of the corona crisis on the satisfaction of social contacts in Belgium. Methods Study participants ...
BSFM 2022- International outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium linked to a chocolate factory in 2022: Belgian findings
(cluster 2). The investigation of the outbreak as well as measures taken are presented. Materials and Methods Probable and confirmed cases were identified using ECDC case definitions. Raw materials and ...
Accumulation-depuration potential and natural occurrence of Microcystin-LR toxin in basil
markets. Basil leaves (lab and market) and roots (lab only) were analyzed using a validated UHPLC- MS / MS-based method to quantify MC- LR. ELISA and HRLCMS-techniques were applied to verify MC- LR presence ...