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Published: June 12, 2023

Chronic exposure to lead, cadmium and arsenic increases risk of cardiovascular disease

Monitoring exposure to contaminant metals in air, water and soil is important for reducing inequities in CVD risk, according to a new American Heart Association scientific statement
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