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Outbreak of lead poisoning from a civilian indoor firing range in the UK.

Aamna WarsiMark Richard PucciSally Marie BradberryAleha KhanMuhammad Elamin Muhammad Osman Elamin
Published in: Occupational and environmental medicine (2024)
This report highlights the need for vigilance of lead poisoning as an occupational hazard in the UK, including at recreational facilities such as indoor firing ranges. It emphasises the importance of regulation of lead exposure in the workplace, particularly given the vague symptoms of lead poisoning, and proposes re-appraisal of UK legislation. This report also highlights potential issues surrounding stock availability of rarely used antidotes for uncommon presentations in the event of an outbreak of poisoning.
Keyphrases
  • air pollution
  • cross sectional
  • particulate matter
  • health risk
  • human health
  • heavy metals
  • drinking water