Arsenic levels in Thanlwin River snails found 20 times above safety limit
Researchers have detected arsenic and lead levels 20 times above safety limits in snails from the Thanlwin River. With local communities reliant on the river for food and income, experts warn of severe long-term health risks and are calling for urgent public warnings and an end to unregulated mining activities.
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