Many of the promised remediation measures remain incomplete, leaving communities vulnerable to health issues and ecological degradation. Suspension of mining concessions in Actopan and Alto Lucero, Veracruz. ... In …
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health issues in this regard, which will be highlighted, are the extraordinary high incidence rate of HIV and STIs (sexually transmitted infections), addiction and mental illness. ... impacted on the health and safety of mining communities for many decades. Despite the economic contribution of mining to surrounding communities, a huge amount of ...
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Raigarh is one of the crucial places for coal mining in Chhattisgarh, the central-eastern state which accounts for over 18 percent of the country's coal production. The massive mining is silently taking a toll on the health of those living in and around Raigarh and similar areas. A recent study that assessed the health of […]
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The global mining industry is an important partner in advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. In 2018, Anglo American plc published their Sustainable Mining Plan, containing a goal for improving health and wellbeing aligned with the Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG3) targets. Having formed an independent multidisciplinary research …
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Puttick L (1990) Sickness absence due to skin disorders in the coal mining industry. Journal of the Society of Occupational Medicine; 40: 1, 23-28. Scott DF, Grayson RL (2003) Selected Health Issues in Mining. Williamson …
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Mining has played an important role in the development of Ghana. Like all industries, mining has both benefits and risks for the people living in communities where minerals are found. How these environmental and health impacts are managed by the government, nearby communities and mining companies can either worsen or improve the lives of community …
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hazards during mine operations experience poor health outcomes, and mining communities suffer health consequences of poverty, food insecurity, hazardous working conditions, poor environments and loss of biodiversity (Ehrlich et al., 2018; Nelson, 2013; Churchyard et al., 2004; Asare and Darkoh, 2001; MoH/EQUINET, 2018).
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Compared to opportunistic health management, community-based health programs to protect and promote health and well-being in mining …
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Further, a growing body of literature has begun to focus on the impact of mining activities in communities as a whole, instead of only on environmental or workplace and health issues, which has ...
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One area where mining revenues can have particularly transformative developmental impacts is in health. Despite tremendous gains in health care delivery, many African nations still struggle with managing TB …
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This exposure can lead to serious health issues, including respiratory problems, waterborne diseases, and other long-term health complications. The health impacts are not limited to physical ailments but also include psychological stress and anxiety resulting from living in close proximity to mining operations [ 14 ].
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the key mining-related health issues. LSHTM also agreed to co-host, (with MMSD), an informal expert meeting related to worker and community health issues in mining and minerals development. The authors of this review have no conflicts of interest in this area of investigation, and are both environmental epidemiology and public health specialists.
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Responsible Mining; Mining affects people's health directly, when people work in dangerous conditions and are exposed to toxic chemicals. It also affects people's health through the social problems it brings. Mining towns and camps develop quickly, with little planning or care. This usually causes many problems.
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Workers and mining communities are at risk of developing silicosis, which can lead to decrease of pulmonary function and increases the risk of (silico-)tuberculosis and lung cancer. ... Africa: a systematic review of the English language literature on health workforce, surveillance, and health governance issues for health systems strengthening ...
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The CDC unit that dramatically reduced Black Lung Disease among coal miners has been fired in Trump's sweeping overhaul of health agencies. Mining communities must now grapple with its disappearance.
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II. Introduction to Health and Mining Issues 8 III. The Risks to Health: Case Studies in the United States 11 IV. Worthy of Concern: Additional Issues Potentially 20 Harmful to Human Health V. Transboundary Issues: Mining on the Canadian and 24 Mexican Borders VI. Social and Emotional Health Impacts 26 VII. The Challenges of Cleanup 28 VIII ...
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Mining communities throughout the SADC region, including South Africa, are characterised by poor social conditions, such as poverty, unemployment, poor housing and infrastructure, prostitution, and a high influx of unaccompanied migrant labour. Major health issues in this regard are the extraordinarily high incidence of HIV and STIs (sexually transmitted infections), …
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In regions with intensive mining activity, such as the coal belt in Jharkhand and Odisha, local communities often suffer from higher rates of health issues due to pollution. The absence of proper medical facilities and lack of awareness about health hazards further exacerbates the situation.
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Issues such as land rights, health risks from pollution, and strain on local resources often arise, leading to conflicts between mining companies and communities. To address these challenges, it is essential to implement effective measures aimed at mitigating environmental and social impacts. This can include ...
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208 Maximizing Mining's Contribution to Communities 209 Revenue Distribution and Use 212 Gender Disparities 213 Projects, Funds, and Foundations 214 Supporting Small Local Businesses 215 Employment and Skills Development 216 Retrenchment 216 Conflict and Dispute Resolution 217 Community Health Initiatives 220 Mine Closure 221 Fly-in, Fly-out ...
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Mining activities throughout the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have impacted on the health and safety of mining communities for many decades.
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In the early-to-mid 20 th century, in areas where mining dominated, it was common-place to have hospitals dedicated solely to treating the ailments and injuries of miners. Mining, back then, was especially back-breaking work, with few health and safety protections. Today, the need for these specialist facilities is, thankfully, reduced, especially in developed …
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Key Health Issues . Given the high toxicity of radiation, particularly in combination with additional chemicals and heavy metals, and as more research is conducted on the health impacts of uranium mining, the list of severe health consequences continues to grow. Moreover, health impacts are not limited to physiological responses alone.
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There is strong epidemiological evidence for poor health conditions in mining communities, especially in relationship to MTR. There is increasing evidence for air, and to a lesser extent, water quality problems in relationship to …
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Furthermore, biomonitoring studies have the potential to guide risk management decisions for all legacy mining communities into the future. The case for biomonitoring data in improved enforcement of health and safety …
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As mining activities thrive in various communities nationwide, host communities have continued to raise concerns over short and long-term threats that unregulated activities pose to their health.
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The mining industry has also faced other major health threats—from the 2014 Ebola outbreak in West Africa to the global impact of COVID-19. These events highlighted just how quickly …
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The health of mining communities is becoming a priority for the mining industry, governments, and researchers. This paper describes an exploratory qualitative study into community health issues and mining activities (associated with the mining boom–bust cycle) from the perspective of health and social service providers in the northern Canadian coal mining …
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The most well-known adverse effects include air and water pollution, land clearing, soil erosion, destruction of biodiversity, health-related issues, and reduced community cohesion in mining areas (de Valck et al., 2021; Orimoloye and Ololade, 2020; Siqueira-Gay et al., 2020).
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Health issues in mining communities in South Africa are unique because of the nature of the mining industry. The illnesses and diseases that will be discussed in this chapter are not exclusive to the mining industry, but it is the risk factors associated with the mining environment and communities that exacerbate the incidence of these ...
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Mining is a major economic activity in many developing countries. In South Africa, mining of gold, coal and other natural resources has played a significant role in the country's economy, with ...
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Mining companies typically invest directly in communities through employment, road construction, and sometimes even by building or investing in schools, stadiums, or health clinics. Indirectly, mines can have spillover effects in the economy since miners might support local restaurants, hotels, or stores.
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Also negative impacts on health and safety in mining communities (which includes damages due to explosive and, e.g., mental health issues due to boom-bust cycles) are not included in the G4 guidance with specific indicators.
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