From tomorrow, 2nd May, all drinking water pipes and taps used in new builds and renovations must be lead-free, the government has […]
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Health response review after lead in drinking water scare – Expert Reaction
A review has identified areas to improve after a recent scare over lead in drinking water near Dunedin. The recommendations include improvements to […]
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Lead scare in East Otago drinking water – Expert Reaction
Blood test results show elevated lead levels in some Waikouaiti, Karitane, and Hawksbury residents, including children. The tests were conducted after […]
Continue readingLow-level lead exposure leads to heart disease – Expert reaction
Almost one-third of early deaths from heart disease in the US could be because of cumulative low-level lead exposure, according […]
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