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Recent Publication

Key Measures to phase out lead from paints to be implemented
The sixth session of the Intergovernmental Forum on Chemical Safety (IFCS) was held in Dakar, Senegal from 15th to 19th September 2008 where a key resolution was adopted to promote the implementation of the measures to phase out lead from lead-based paints especially in developing countries and countries with economies in transition.

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Leaflet : Your dental practice could be killing you and your family (Malyalam)
A study shows that dentists carry a substantially higher level of mercury than the rest of the population. Their families are also exposed to higher levels of mercury.

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Poster : Don't Take Mercury Lightly (Malyalam)
Mercury is a neuro and nephro toxic metal, it may also cause harmful effects on the digestive and respiratory systems. In case of a mercury spill, one needs to handle it carefully.

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Recent Article

Zero waste Community: Not a dream, but a reality.
By Bindu Milton
Published in Toxics Link
With the successful completion of three yearlong projects on zero waste management Toxics Link (TL), has proved that waste is not something to waste but to use wisely. The article takes an overview of TL’s three yearlong project on Zero waste management.

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Proposed hazardous waste management rule: A Real hazard to the environment
By Priti Mahesh
Published in Toxics Dispatch
Industrial policies since independence fostered the growth of industries in India. The rapid industrialisation has been key to the economic growth. But one of the downsides of industrialization has been the generation of large quantity of hazardous wastes. Neither the existing regulations nor the proposed hazardous waste management rule suggest any effective solution to the ever-growing problem.

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Lead Poisoning: a disease to be taken care of
By Dr. Veena Kalra
Published in Toxics Link
Lead poisoning in the community has silently taken epidemic proportions. It is a preventable disease. Combined actions and efforts of the government, public awareness, societal responsibility of industry and timely interaction of the medical community is desired. All streams of society should channelise efforts to meet the challenge. The article looks in to the details of lead poisoning in children.

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Upcoming Event

South Asian Conference on Alternatives Mecury in the Health Care Sector
05/12/2008 to 06/12/2008
Organised by: Toxics Link and Health Care Without Harm

Mercury pollution is a serious global environmental and human health problem which causes various adverse impacts throughout the world. The healthcare industry is one of the glaring examples of mishandling of mercury.

Environment Film Festival 2008
19/12/2008 to 20/12/2008
Organised by: Toxics Link

Quotes from the Earth brings in a collection of award winning and topical environmental documentaries on 19th and 20th December 2008 in India International Centre, New Delhi.

Recent Press Release

MAKING THE ‘WORLD FIT FOR CHILDREN’
UN Body Adopts Resolution to Eliminate Toxic Lead from Paints Worldwide
The 6th session of Intergovernmental Forum on Chemical Safety (IFCS) held in Daker from 15-19 September unanimously adopted a resolution moved by Toxics Link to eliminate lead from paints. The resolution could prove to be an important milestone in the annals of chemical safety and management.

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Study reveals high levels of lead in house hold dust in Delhi
A recent study conducted by Toxics Link in Delhi indicates high level of lead in house hold dust. This has serious implications especially for children who ingest the dust while playing.
Toxics Link collected samples from 57 households across all socio economic groups from six zones of Delhi. The study unravels the high presence of the heavy metal even in the safe environs of one’s house.

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