Prevalence of chronic diseases in adults exposed to arsenic-contaminated drinking water.
cross_sectional · Level IV
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Abstract
Inorganic arsenic is naturally occurring in groundwaters throughout the United States. This study investigated arsenic exposure and self-report of 9 chronic diseases. We received private well-water samples and questionnaires from 1185 people who reported drinking their water for 20 or more years. Respondents with arsenic levels of 2 microg/L or greater were statistically more likely to report a history of depression, high blood pressure, circulatory problems, and bypass surgery than were respondents with arsenic concentrations less than 2 microg/L.
Medical subject headings
- Arsenic
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Depression
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
- Environmental Exposure
- Water Pollutants, Chemical
- Water Supply