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The Proof That Banning Leaded Gas Worked

KPCW Cool Science Radio by KPCW

Feb 26, 202626:18Science & Medicine

In this episode, University of Utah geologist Thure Cerling discusses research showing that lead exposure has dropped dramatically over the past century — and the proof is preserved in human hair.

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The Proof That Banning Leaded Gas Worked is an episode from KPCW Cool Science Radio by KPCW. In this episode, University of Utah geologist Thure Cerling discusses research showing that lead exposure has dropped dramatically over the past ce...

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Published Feb 26, 2026, 26:18 long, audio available.

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In this episode, University of Utah geologist Thure Cerling discusses research showing that lead exposure has dropped dramatically over the past century — and the proof is preserved in human hair.

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