How Do Socioeconomic Factors Influence Exposure to Toxins?
Socioeconomic factors significantly influence the level and type of exposure individuals or communities have to toxic substances. Communities with lower socioeconomic status often live in areas with higher levels of pollution due to proximity to industrial sites, waste facilities, or busy highways. These areas are sometimes referred to as "sacrifice zones" where economic and political power imbalances allow for the concentration of hazardous industries.
