The toxicity of cadmium and resulting hazards for human health
2006
The Toxicity of Cadmium and Its Hazards for Human Health
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Godt Johannes, Scheidig Franziska, Grosse-Siestrup Christian, Esche Vera, Brandenburg Paul, Reich Andrea, Groneberg David A
Primary Institution: Charité – School of Medicine, Free University and Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany
Conclusion
Recent studies highlight the importance of reducing cadmium emissions to protect human health.
Supporting Evidence
- Cadmium can lead to kidney, bone, and pulmonary damages.
- Smokers have cadmium blood levels 4-5 times higher than non-smokers.
- Cadmium exposure is linked to acute respiratory distress syndromes.
- Chronic exposure to cadmium can cause irreversible kidney damage.
- Cadmium is classified as a human carcinogen by the IARC.
Takeaway
Cadmium is a harmful metal that can damage our kidneys, bones, and lungs, and we need to lower its pollution to keep people safe.
Methodology
This is a review article discussing historical and recent findings related to cadmium toxicity.
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