There are figures concerning lead, PCBs, and micronutrient deficiencies. But it is not known if these figures describe the same or different people. Compounding effects are ignored. So there is no complete picture. This is in stark contrast to the human rights assumption that we should protect the most vulnerable.
Compensation is inequitable.
Individuals can get large amounts, but compensation for groups suffering similarly is token or non-existent. Valid claims fail because it is argued that full payment to a group would be too costly. Legislation reduces the rights of victims by preventing claims from unborn victims , and requiring unreasonable burdens of proof. EMID could further increase social divides, both globally and locally. It could also cause regressive brain evolution, through genetic change or a natural selection trade-off.