The Lead Legacy: How Toxic Metal Is Sneaking Into Your Life
Despite its historical prevalence in everything from ancient plumbing to 20th-century gasoline, lead is a highly dangerous metal that can accumulate in the human body over a lifetime. Researchers have been analyzing strands of hair to track long-term lead exposure and evaluate the impact of the EPA’s environmental regulations. Guest Information: Thure E. Cerling, distinguished professor of geology & geophysics, The University of Utah While testing hair isn’t a direct look at the concentration in a person’s blood, Thure E. […]