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AFRICAN RESEARCH NEXUS
SHINING A SPOTLIGHT ON AFRICAN RESEARCH
biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology
A survey of blood lead levels among young Johannesburg school children
Environmental Research, Volume 90, No. 3, Year 2002
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Studies conducted around the world have established beyond doubt that elevated childhood blood lead levels may lead to detrimental health effects. Research has shown that certain groups of South African children are at particular risk of elevated blood lead levels. Johannesburg is the largest urban complex in southern Africa, with a population of around 3 million and extensive industrial and manufacturing activity. Among the challenges posed in the city are rapid urbanization, extensive poverty, and inequity. Little information on the blood lead distribution of Johannesburg children is available. This study was undertaken to determine blood lead levels among children living in three areas of Johannesburg: inner city suburbs and the low-income townships of Alexandra and Westbury to the north and west of the city center, respectively. The results indicated that blood lead levels ranged from 6 to 26 μg/dL, with a mean level of 11.9 μg/dL. The blood lead levels of 78% of children equaled or exceeded 10 μg/dL, the current international action level. Maternal educational status, the presence of smokers in the home, and living in an informal dwelling were among the factors associated with elevated blood lead levels. © 2002 Elsevier Science (USA). All rights reserved.
Authors & Co-Authors
Mathee, Angela
South Africa, Tygerberg
South African Medical Research Council
von Schirndîng, Yasmin E.R.
Switzerland, Geneva
Organisation Mondiale de la Santé
Levin, Jonathan B.
South Africa, Tygerberg
South African Medical Research Council
Ismail, Abdul Rahim
South Africa, Johannesburg
Greater Johannesburg Metropol. Cncl.
Huntley, R.
South Africa, Johannesburg
University of the Witwatersrand
Cantrell, Anthony C.
South Africa, Johannesburg
Wits School of Public Health
Statistics
Citations: 71
Authors: 6
Affiliations: 5
Identifiers
Doi:
10.1016/S0013-9351(02)00010-5
ISSN:
00139351
Research Areas
Maternal And Child Health
Study Design
Cross Sectional Study
Study Approach
Quantitative