Soil Chemical Pollution and Aggressive Pathologies

Abstract

Maintaining the soil in optimal parameters is vital for mankind, given its essential role in providing the alimentary base, as well as its extremely slow formation and regeneration (hundreds or thousands of years). The direct and indirect pollution of the soil and especially its chemical pollution represent a corollary of other types of pollution, given that it is produced by solid, liquid and gaseous residues. It may be involved in a wide range of diseases (respiratory, cardiovascular, digestive, renal, haematological, osteoarticular, neurological) of allergic, infectious, degenerative or neoplastic nature, from infancy to the old age. Although there are natural causes of soil pollution (e.g. volcanic eruptions), most pollutants come from human activities, which are the most incriminated in its pollution, degradation and erosion at an accelerated pace. The growing concern of all nations for the adoption of measures to limit the chemical pollution of the soil is partially found so far in viable and effective solutions intended to combat soil contamination and degradation and ensure its restoration. Chemical industrialization leads to technical and scientific progress, but at the same time it can develop related pathologies, which means that the role of the occupational health physician is essential in ensuring prophylaxis and the early detection of occupational diseases. Besides that, the role of the pediatrician is equally precious for the detection of specific diseases caused by chemical pollutants to children, because they will develop into adults with pathological stigma.The chemical pollution of the soil is a major challenge for ecologists, given that it is an important risk factor for many types of afflictions. It requires maximum attention from civil society, health care professionals and government institutions. The specialist in occupational medicine, as well as the pediatrician bear an essential responsibility in both, prevention and treatment.

Clinical, histopathological and immunohistochemical features of brain metastases originating in colorectal cancer: a series of 27 consecutive cases

“…Some authors consider that CRC, like other types of cancer, could be a growing pathology mainly due to soil pollution, which plays a vital role in ensuring the food [14]. A Spanish group of researchers from Cancer and Environmental Epidemiology Unit, National Centre for Epidemiology, from Madrid, realized an ecological study in order to examine CRC mortality at a municipal level (8098 Spanish towns), over the period 1997-2006, because they considered that pollution can be a factor that intervenes in the development of this type of cancer.…”

Mini-Review on the Implications of Gene Polymorphism in the Metabolism of Xenobiotics

“…Nephrotoxic effects of toluene have also been associated with null GSTT1 or null GSTT1/GSTM1 [83]. Lead Children's habit of hand-to-mouth and their higher respiratory rate and intestinal absorption make children more prone to lead (Pb) poisoning compared to adults [84], Pb being found in drinking water, dietary supplements, paints, leaded gasoline and even ceramic products [4,85] and even soil as a consequence of improper discarding of batteries, lead paints, fuels and even plumbing materials [86]. Lead poisoning is especially dangerous during pregnancy in high polluted areas (e.g.…”

Application Analysis of the Ecological Economics Model of Parallel Accumulation Sorting and Dynamic Internet of Things in the Construction of Ecological Smart City

“…The goal of ecological wisdom is the harmonious relationship between man and the environment. Therefore, resilient cities no longer focus solely on improving resilience against a single hazard, nor do they advocate a choice or balance among competing urban resilience such as those of ecosystems or social systems [12]. The study of ecological wisdom achieves harmony between man and nature by linking human values with ecological integrity.…”