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River pollution and encroachment raise growing health risks

Studies have found harmful metals in fish samples from some rivers. Researchers believe health risks are increasing as people come into contact with polluted river water or consume contaminated fish. Against this backdrop, World Rivers Day is being observed today, Sunday, 27 September.

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Dhaka, Dhaka
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Flood · River
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River pollution and encroachment raise growing health risks Studies have found harmful metals in fish samples from some rivers. Researchers believe health risks are increasing as people come into contact with polluted river water or consume contaminated fish. Against this backdrop, World Rivers Day is being observed today, Sunday, 27 September. Source: Prothom Alo English https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/im1nf7i4am

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