Epidemiological study in an area contaminated by chromium, arsenic, mercury and boron in Tuscany Region

The Cecina river valley, in Tuscany, is characterized by environmental chromium contamination; Cr(VI) concentrations in ground and surface waters exceeds the WHO limit for drinking water. Boron, arsenic, mercury contaminations, of natural or industrial origin, pesticides use, and waste landfilling are causes of community concern.