The putative role of environmental chemical exposure in the development of Cervical, Prostate and Colorectal (CPC) cancers in Jamaica
Objective: Heavy metals in human tissues are thought to both develop and progress some types of cancers. Industrial mining in Jamaica has resulted in documented environmental and health issues. Mapping of soils in Jamaica shows major deposits of cadmium from bauxite mining in the central parts of Ja...
Main Authors: | J. Bailey, P. Bazuaye-Alonge, S. McFarlane |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Verduci Editore
2023-05-01
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Series: | World Cancer Research Journal |
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Online Access: | https://www.wcrj.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2023/05/e2542.pdf |
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