Publications by authors named "Serge Brunel"
Background: As a result of the ban on lead in gasoline on 2nd January 2000, the French population's exposure to lead has decreased in recent years. However, because of the acknowledged harmful cognitive effects of lead even at low levels, lead exposure remains a major public health issue. In France, few biomonitoring data are available for exposure to lead in pregnant women and newborn.
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- - This study analyzes chemical exposure levels among pregnant women in France who gave birth in 2011, focusing on various environmental pollutants as part of the French Human Biomonitoring program.
- - Biological samples were collected from 4145 women, and the study provided representative data on biomarker levels for many chemicals, including Bisphenol A and various pesticides.
- - Results indicate that while some pollutants like lead and mercury are decreasing, others, such as pyrethroids, remain concerning and highlight the need for ongoing monitoring of environmental exposure during pregnancy.