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This is with reference to the article A Silent Killer in the  Environment by Dr M.A.  Haque (Science Reporter December 2018). Since time immemorial we are using lead (Pb).But there was no definite proof that continuous intake of Pb can endanger health until (in 1983) Dr. Jorome Nriagu of the National Water Research Institute Canada firmly established through the critical analysis of ancient records, that Pb intoxication was the major factor responsible for the fall of the once mighty Roman Empire. science reporter subscription price Dr. Nriagu showed that the Roman elite suffered from gout and progressive mental deterioration that has been attributed to their extensive drinking of wines made by boiling grape juice in vessels lined with Pb. This gave the liquor an irresistible flavour and appealing sweetness science reportersubscription price list