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Hidden Danger
Environmental Health Threats in the Latino Community
Pollution in the United States poses health risks for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, language, or country of origin. A large percentage of U.S. Latinos, however, live and work in urban and agricultural areas where they face heightened danger of exposure to air pollution, unsafe drinking water, pesticides, and lead and mercury contamination. These hazards can cause serious health problems, including an increased risk of asthma and cancer; waterborne diseases such as giardiasis, hepatitis, and cholera; and neurological and developmental problems. This October 2004 NRDC report underscores the urgent need for government action on these environmental health threats.
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OVERVIEW & QUICK REFERENCE
Press Release
FULL REPORT IN PDF
Adobe Acrobat file (size: 2.5 MB)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
(Links indicate sections available as individual webpages)
Executive Summary
1: Introduction
2: Air Quality
3: Water Quality
4: Pesticides
5: Lead
6: Mercury
Endnotes
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