Lead in Paints

Project Description: Lead remains a significant concern, particularly in over 100 countries where the production, import, and sale of lead-containing paints are still permitted. This cumulative toxic element is especially dangerous to youngRead More

Phasing-out Mercury from Skin-lightening Cream

Project Description: The Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO) has been actively working to phase out mercury from skin-lightening creams in Bangladesh, aligning with the Minamata Convention on Mercury, which the country ratifiedRead More

Mercury Free Dentistry

Project Description: The movement towards mercury-free dentistry in Asia, particularly in Bangladesh, has gained significant momentum due to the health risks and environmental hazards associated with mercury dental amalgam. Mercury exposure poses dangersRead More