Potential Health Consequences of the El Paso Smelter
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The city of El Paso, Texas previously had a smelter that employed a lot of individuals in surrounding areas. The smelter eventually closed, which led to public health officials investigating the health and environmental factors that the smelter had on the community. Testing has found that there were neurological, behavior, and blood lead levels elevated within children that were in the vicinity of the smelter. The smelter has created a lasting impact on the community, environment, and health of the individuals within that area.
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