Environmental and Health Impact of Heavy Metal Accumulation in (Hair - Nails) of Scavenger Workers at Some Landfill Sites in Baghdad City-Iraq

• Published in: Maǧallat Markaz buhūt al-taqniyyat al-ahyāʼiyyat (Online) Vol. 18; no. 1; pp. 119 - 132
• Main Authors: Khaleel, Huda A., Talib, Adel H., Sultan, Maitham A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Al-Nahrain University/ Biotechnology Research Center 16.05.2024
• Subjects: Heavy metals, Scavengers, Landfills, Occupational exposure

Background: Heavy metals are considered one of the most dangerous environmental pollutants due to their high toxicity, even at low concentrations, and their accumulation in various body tissues. Landfills contain various wastes rich in heavy metals, such as batteries, paints, and household and hospi...