Kolkata, Jan 2 (UNI) Human exposure to benzene has been associated with a range of acute and long-term adverse health effects and diseases, including cancer and aplastic anaemia.
Exposure can occur occupationally and domestically as a result of the ubiquitous use of benzene-containing petroleum products, including motor fuels and solvents.
Active and passive exposure to tobacco smoke is also a significant source of exposure. Benzene is highly volatile, and exposure occurs mostly through inhalation Public health actions are needed to reduce the exposure of both workers and the general population to benzene.