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P. Krumbieger, S. Miethe, O. Herbarth, M. Rehwagen, U. Rolle-Kampczyk, U. Franck, H.J. Stark, G. Fritz, W.-E. Kalteich, C. Ettrich & F. Wege

Abstract

The health status of 2 complete kindergarten groups of 3-year old children from two small towns, Hettstedt (n = 25) and Wippra (n = 26) was assessed every six months for 3 years. The kindergartens are located at varying distances from disused copper and lead smelters. Different parameters were analysed in order to characterise various air pollution influences. A parent-completed questionnaire gave information on the child's and family's medical history, residence, living conditions and neighbourhood. During the 3 pre-school years, attention was primarily focused on the children's individual development. 700 pre-school chi

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