Bones are metabolically active organs. Their reconstruction is crucial for the proper
functioning of the skeletal system during bone growth and remodeling, fracture healing, and …

Cadmium (Cd), a category I human carcinogen, is a well-known widespread environmental
pollutant. Chronic Cd exposure affects different organs and tissues, such as the central …

Environmental risk factors, including noise, air pollution, chemical agents, ultraviolet
radiation (UVR) and mental stress have a considerable impact on human health. Oxidative …

The paper presents the current understanding on the effects of five metals on bone tissue,
namely iron, zinc, copper, cadmium, and mercury. Iron, zinc, and copper contribute …

Cadmium (Cd), a highly toxic heavy metal, is found in soil, environment and contaminated
water and food. Moreover, Cd is used in various industrial activities, such as electroplating …

Highlights•Drosophila is a useful model to study interactions of non-essential heavy
metals.•Cd, Pb, and Hg reduce the development of Drosophila.•Cd, Pb, and Hg induce …

Background Because of global climate change, extreme flood events are expected to
increase in quantity and intensity in the upcoming decades. In catchments affected by ore …

Cadmium (Cd) represents a unique hazard because of the long biological half-life in
humans (20–30 years). This metal accumulates in organs causing a continuum of …

Heavy metal levels appear to be associated with low bone mineral density (BMD) and the
consequent osteoporosis risk, but the relationship with the disease has not been clearly …

Air pollution is the second most important risk factor associated with noncommunicable
diseases after smoking. The effects of pollution on health are commonly attributable to …