The Key Dangers of Lead Poisoning

November 25, 2014- When children contain elevated levels of lead in their blood, they can develop behavioral and learning problems like hyperactivity, slowed growth, hearing problems, and aggressive behavior.

Major sources of lead exposure include lead-based paint and lead-contaminated dust in deteriorating buildings and homes built before 1978. Despite the continued presence of lead in the environment, lead poisoning is preventable. Stopping a child’s exposure to lead from leaded paint, house dust or any other source is the best way to prevent the harmful effects of lead.

It’s important to test your home and your child, and to learn how to prevent lead poisoning’s serious health effects. Parents can reduce a child’s exposure to lead in many ways. Here are some simple ways to help protect your family:

• Get your home tested. Before you buy an older home, ask for a lead inspection.
• Get your child tested. Even if your young children seem healthy, ask your doctor to test them for lead.

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