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Study Warns of Toxic Heavy Metals in Keta Lagoon Fish

7/7/2025

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A recent study of the Keta Lagoon in southeastern Ghana revealed concerning health risks from heavy metals in local fish. Following strict ethical guidelines, researchers employed advanced techniques to analyze samples. The findings highlighted potential non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic threats, raising alarms as metal concentrations exceeded WHO safety limits.

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A recent study of the Keta Lagoon in southeastern Ghana revealed concerning health risks from heavy metals in local fish. Following strict ethical guidelines, researchers employed advanced techniques to analyze samples. The findings highlighted potential non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic threats, raising alarms as metal concentrations exceeded WHO safety limits.