Publications by authors named "Solange Cristina Bastos da Costa"
Article Synopsis
- The mining industry is crucial for many economies but poses serious health risks to nearby communities, including respiratory diseases and cancers like mesothelioma.
- Geochemical sampling near São Francisco de Assis village revealed abnormal levels of heavy metals in the environment, prompting a health study of local residents.
- The study found significant increases in genetic mutations and changes in immune cell profiles among those exposed to mining, highlighting the urgent need for preventive and remediation strategies to protect public health.